Network Discovery AlternativesOnly apps categorised as IP Scanners

The best IP Scanner alternative to Network Discovery is Fing, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked six alternatives to Network Discovery and three of them are IP Scanners so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting IP Scanner alternatives to Network Discovery are Port Authority and netdiscover.

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Network Discovery alternatives are mainly IP Scanners but may also be Network Monitors or Network Analyzers.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Network Discovery.
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Network Discovery alternatives page was last updated Oct 9, 2023
  1. Fing icon
     137 likes

    Discover all devices on your network with this trusted scanner. Monitor ISP performances, run speed tests, find hidden cameras, and check for vulnerabilities quickly. With multiplatform support and ad-free browsing, you can upgrade for more tools and enhanced network protection.

    57 Fing alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Fing Features

    1.  Network Discovery
    2.  Trace Route
    3.  Network Scanner
    4.  Network Tools
    5.  Wake on LAN
    Fing iconNetwork Discovery Icon

    Fing VS Network Discovery

    Is Fing a good alternative to Network Discovery?
     
    • Fing is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Network Discovery.

    • Fing is the most popular free alternative to Network Discovery.

    • Fing is Freemium and ProprietaryNetwork Discovery is Free and Proprietary
  2. Port Authority icon
     18 likes

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

    47 Port Authority alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    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 iconNetwork Discovery Icon

    Port Authority VS Network Discovery

    Is Port Authority a good alternative to Network Discovery?
     
    • Port Authority is the most popular Open Source alternative to Network Discovery.

    • Port Authority is Free and Open SourceNetwork Discovery is Free and Proprietary
  3. netdiscover icon
     3 likes

    Netdiscover is an active/passive address reconnaissance tool, mainly developed for those wireless networks without dhcp server, when you are wardriving. It can be also used on hub/switched networks.

    49 netdiscover alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    netdiscover iconNetwork Discovery Icon

    netdiscover VS Network Discovery

    Is netdiscover a good alternative to Network Discovery?
     
    • netdiscover is the most popular Linux alternative to Network Discovery.

    • netdiscover is Free and Open SourceNetwork Discovery is Free and Proprietary
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