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Network Topology Mapping Software

Network topology mapping software discovers network devices, maps dependencies and displays topology views. Compare discovery, data sources, deployment and device limits first, then check platform fit and price.

The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for a public API, open-source code and a free tier. Listings also show free plans, paid starting prices and trials where provided.

• 39 platforms
• 6 with a public API on this page
• 15 with a free tier
• Checked 28 Sept 2026

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   Scanopyscanopy.net

   Open-source software scans on a schedule to document network layers, workloads, and applications.

   7.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
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   MO

   ManageEngine OpManagermanageengine.com

   Freemium console monitors and manages network infrastructure; paid plans start at $95.

   6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $95/yr
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   ManageEngine OpUtilsmanageengine.com

   Freemium network toolkit checks IP address space and connected equipment.

   6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $138/yr
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   NetAInetai.ai

   NetAI is an AIOps and network-management platform that builds a live graph of devices, links, dependencies and telemetry for incident diagnosis.

   6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $5.99/mo
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   Netdisconetdisco.org

   Free web tool uses device addresses to show where equipment connects on switches.

   6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
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   Domotzdomotz.com

   Domotz is a cloud-based network monitoring and management platform for discovering, monitoring, and remotely managing network-connected devices across multiple…

   6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $1.50/mo
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   NetXMSnetxms.com

   Open-source monitoring software builds maps from discovered Layer 2 and IP connections.

   6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
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   Site24x7 Network Monitoringsite24x7.com

   Network monitoring discovers devices and creates topology maps; annual plans start at $42 per month.

   6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $42/mo
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    LibreNMSlibrenms.org

    LibreNMS is a network monitoring system with device support.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Zabbixzabbix.com

    Open-source monitoring software gathers infrastructure and application data from devices, cloud services, and more.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Faddomfaddom.com

    Agentless software maps server links and business apps across on-premises and cloud systems.

    5.9 APIOpenFree —
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    Device42device42.com

    Paid IT inventory records software licenses and contracts; it runs on web, desktop, or self-hosted systems.

    5.9 APIOpenFree —
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    WhatsUp Goldwhatsupgold.com

    Infrastructure software monitors network and cloud resources, maps device links, and automates common fixes.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $866/yr
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    Kentik Network Monitoring Systemkentik.com

    SaaS software monitors network health and uses AI to help diagnose problems.

    5.5 APIOpenFree From $24,000/yr
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    SolarWinds Network Topology Mappersolarwinds.com

    Windows software maps devices across network layers using methods such as SNMP, WMI, and ICMP.

    5.5 APIOpenFree $1,977 one-time
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    NetCrunchnetcrunch.com

    NetCrunch is an agentless network monitoring platform for networks, servers, virtualization, cloud, and IoT.

    5.5 APIOpenFree From $1,900/yr
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    Schematixschematix.com

    Schematix models and analyzes interactions among complex IT applications, services, systems, and networks.

    5.4 APIOpenFree From $90/mo
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    Cisco Catalyst Centercisco.com

    Cisco Catalyst Center is a centralized network controller and management dashboard for enterprise network operations.

    5.3 APIOpenFree —
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    NetTopo 3D AInettopo.net

    Cloud software discovers devices and shows network topology with a free plan.

    5.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Forward Enterpriseforwardnetworks.com

    Hybrid-network digital twin checks forwarding, segmentation, and policy behavior against intent.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
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    Nebulanebula-project.org
    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Netscopenetscope.fr

    Free cloud software discovers networks using ICMP probes.

    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Net2Plannet2plan.com

    Free desktop tool maps dependencies from built-in topologies, traffic matrices, or design files.

    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Google Cloud Network Intelligence Centercloud.google.com

    Network Intelligence Center is a single console for Google Cloud network observability, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    ExtremeCloud IQextremenetworks.com

    Network manager provides device health views, policy automation, and near-zero-touch onboarding.

    4.9 APIOpenFree —
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How to choose

Which network mapping capabilities do I need?

Start with automated discovery, dependency mapping and topology views. These show what is connected and how services or devices depend on one another.

Use the comparison fields for device limits and network data sources to check whether a tool can cover your environment.

Which platforms does it need to run on?

Choose a deployment that matches your team: web, Windows, Linux, macOS, self-hosted or an API connection.

A web option can suit browser-based work, while self-hosted deployment keeps the software in your environment. Confirm the platform marks before you buy.

How should I compare free plans and paid pricing?

Check whether a free plan exists, then compare the paid starting price and trial length. Domotz lists a free plan and paid plans from $1.50 per month; Google Cloud Network Intelligence Center lists a free plan and paid usage from $0.15 per month.

Some products publish pricing on request. Examples include Cisco Catalyst Center, Device42, Faddom and Forward Enterprise, so request a quote before comparing total cost.

Should I use a trial before choosing?

A trial lets you check discovery, maps, data sources and device limits with your network. Trial periods listed here include 14, 30 and 90 days.

Datadog Network Performance Monitoring lists a 14-day trial, ManageEngine OpManager a 30-day trial and ExtremeCloud IQ a 90-day trial.

Do I need open-source code or an API?

If you need to read or change the code, check the open-source mark and licence details. If another system must send or receive network data, check the public API mark and API limits.

Questions

What does network topology mapping software do?

It discovers network devices, maps dependencies and presents topology views so you can understand connections.

Which platforms support network topology mapping tools?

The listed tools support combinations of web, Windows, Linux, macOS, self-hosted deployment and API access. Check the platform marks for a specific product.

Are there free network topology mapping tools?

Yes. The list includes products with free plans, including Domotz, Google Cloud Network Intelligence Center, LibreNMS and ManageEngine OpManager.

What does network mapping software cost?

Prices range from free plans and low monthly starting prices to paid products with pricing on request. Trials are listed for several products.

Which network mapping tools have an API?

The board marks products with a public API. Use that mark when you need to connect mapping data with another system.

Some top positions on this board can be paid placements, standing where they were sold. The facts on each platform are not for sale. How we rank · Disclosure