Fing AlternativesTop IP Scanners & Network Monitors like Fing

Fing is described as 'Network scanner discovers devices, monitors ISP performance, sets security checks. Use advanced tools to analyze settings and find hidden cameras' and is a very popular IP Scanner in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Fing for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Fing alternative is Nmap, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Fing are Zenmap, Angry IP Scanner, Advanced IP Scanner and Port Authority.

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Fing alternatives are mainly IP Scanners, but if you're looking for Network Monitors or Network Analyzers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android + Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Fing.
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Fing alternatives page was last updated Feb 15, 2025
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  1. Nmap icon

    Nmap

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    Open-source utility for security auditing and network exploration, utilizing raw IP packets to scan hosts and services, identify OS and service versions, and assess network infrastructure, compatible across major operating systems with advanced GUI and tool suite.

    58 Nmap alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Main Window

    Nmap Features

    1.  Connectivity Testing
    2.  Command line interface
    3.  Website Monitoring
    4.  Network Usage History

    Nmap VS Fing

     

    • Most users think Nmap is a great Fing alternative.

    • Nmap is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Fing.

    • Nmap is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Fing.

    • Nmap is Free and Open SourceFing is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Zenmap

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    Zenmap is the official cross-platform GUI for the Nmap Security Scanner. It is free and runs on Linux, Windows, Mac OS X, etc. Zenmap aims to make Nmap easy for beginners to use while providing advanced features for experienced Nmap users.

    41 Zenmap alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Zenmap screenshot 1

    Zenmap Features

    1.  Website Monitoring
    2.  Connectivity Testing
    3.  Graphical User Interface
    4.  Asynchronous

    Zenmap VS Fing

     
    Comments about Zenmap as an Alternative to Fing
    Awfki
    Positive May 11, 2021
    0

    I can use CIDR notation to scan a subnet or specify ranges (192.168.7-12.1-10).

    Guest
    Positive May 5, 2019
    0

    itis much more complicated to get to grips with than fing on android but once some playing with configuration and focussing down you can get the simple output i want when i need to find a rasPi so I can VNC to it.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Zenmap is a great Fing alternative.

    • Zenmap is Free and Open SourceFing is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. Angry IP Scanner icon

    Angry IP Scanner

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    Open-source, cross-platform network scanner for fast and simple IP and port scanning. It's lightweight, requires no installation, utilizes multithreading for speed, and is extendable via plugins. It pings IPs, resolves hostnames, determines MAC addresses, provides NetBIOS info, and saves results in various formats.

    55 Angry IP Scanner alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • EE flagEstonia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Java
    Angry IP Scanner screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Website Monitoring

    Angry IP Scanner VS Fing

     
    Comments about Angry IP Scanner as an Alternative to Fing
    Guest
    Positive Mar 18, 2020
    0

    Does a lot of the same job - scans a subnet and returns a lit of hosts

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    • Some users think Angry IP Scanner is a great Fing alternative, some don't.

    • Angry IP Scanner is Free and Open SourceFing is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Angry IP Scanner is LightweightFing is not according to our users
  5. Advanced IP Scanner icon

    Advanced IP Scanner

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    Reliable and free network scanner to analyse LAN. The program shows all network devices, gives you access to shared folders, provides remote control of computers (via RDP and Radmin), and can even remotely switch computers off. It is easy to use and runs as a portable edition.

    55 Advanced IP Scanner alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Advanced IP Scanner screenshot 1

    Advanced IP Scanner Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Wake on LAN
    3.  RDP Functionality
    4.  Wireless scanner
    5.  Network Scanner

    Advanced IP Scanner VS Fing

     
    Comments about Advanced IP Scanner as an Alternative to Fing
    Guest
    Positive Nov 22, 2015
    1

    Runs in a window, not as a console app.

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    • Most users think Advanced IP Scanner is a great Fing alternative.

    • Advanced IP Scanner is Free and ProprietaryFing is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Port Authority

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    Android-focused port scanner quickly discovers hosts and delivers comprehensive network data. Displays local and remote device info, enabling detailed analysis for systems security.

    50 Port Authority alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Port Authority screenshot 1
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    Port Authority Features

    1.  Network Discovery
    2.  Wake on LAN
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Network Scanner
    7.  Fast speed
    8.  Network Tools

    Port Authority VS Fing

     

    • Almost everyone thinks Port Authority is a great Fing alternative.

    • Port Authority is the most popular Android alternative to Fing.

    • Port Authority is Free and Open SourceFing is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Lansweeper

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    Lansweeper discovers Windows, Linux and Mac machines in your network. In addition, it inventories network devices such as Printers, Routers and Switches.

    50 Lansweeper alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • BE flagBelgium
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Lansweeper screenshot 1

    Lansweeper Features

    1.  Network Discovery
    2.  IT Asset Management
    3.  Asset Management
    4.  Software Deployment
    5.  Network Tools

    Lansweeper VS Fing

     
  9. Wireless Network Watcher icon

    Wireless Network Watcher

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    Wireless Network Watcher is a small utility that scans your wireless network and displays the list of all computers and devices that are currently connected to your network.

    64 Wireless Network Watcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main Interface

    Wireless Network Watcher Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Wireless
    3.  Network Scanner

    Wireless Network Watcher VS Fing

     
  10. SoftPerfect Network Scanner icon

    SoftPerfect Network Scanner

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    This fast, highly configurable IPv4/IPv6 scanner can streamline many of your network support procedures. Its well-designed interface, light weight and portability coupled with an extensive range of options and advanced features make SoftPerfect Network Scanner an invaluable...

    59 SoftPerfect Network Scanner alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main application window

    SoftPerfect Network Scanner Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Wake on LAN
    3.  Network Scanner
    4.  LAN
    5.  Remote monitoring
    6.  Support for IPv6
    7.  Network Discovery

    SoftPerfect Network Scanner VS Fing

     

    • SoftPerfect Network Scanner is the most popular commercial alternative to Fing.

    • SoftPerfect Network Scanner is Paid and ProprietaryFing is Freemium and Proprietary
  11. Vernet icon

    Vernet

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    Vernet - Network Analyzer and Monitoring Tool.

    47 Vernet alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
    Vernet screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Vernet VS Fing

     

    • Vernet is the most popular iPhone alternative to Fing.

    • Vernet is Free and Open SourceFing is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Vernet is LightweightFing is not according to our users
  12. NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot icon

    NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot

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    NETworkManager is a powerful tool for managing networks and troubleshoot network problems! It includes a variety of tools such as an IP scanner, Port Scanner, Ping Monitor, WiFi analyzer, PuTTY/RemoteDesktop with tabs or an LLDP/CDP capture (and many more) in a unified user...

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Dashboard

    Top NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Portable
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Wake on LAN
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Swiss Army Knife Tool
    9.  Trace Route
    10.  SSH
    11.  VNC Viewer
    12.  RDP

    NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot VS Fing

     
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    mtr

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    mtr combines the functionality of the 'traceroute' and 'ping' programs in a single network diagnostic tool.

    33 mtr alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Linux
    mtr screenshot 1

    mtr Features

    1.  Network Tools
    2.  Trace Route

    mtr VS Fing

     
  14. WinMTR icon

    WinMTR

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    Free Network Diagnostic Tool. WinMTR is an equivalent of mtr for Windows.

    30 WinMTR alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • RO flagRomania
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    WinMTR screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The program is no longer updated. Last version, 0.92, released in February 2011, can be still downloaded from the official website.

    WinMTR Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Traceroute with hop monitoring
    3.  Trace Route
    4.  Network Tools
    5.  Continuous Ping

    WinMTR VS Fing

     
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