Network Utility Alternatives

Network Utility is described as 'Application included with macOS up to MacOS Catalina that provided a variety tools that could be used related to computer network information gathering and analysis' and is an app in the network & admin category. There are seven alternatives to Network Utility for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best Network Utility alternative is Nmap, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Network Utility are Angry IP Scanner, Fing, Zenmap and Advanced IP Scanner.

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Network Utility alternatives are mainly IP Scanners but may also be Network Monitors or Website Monitoring Tools.  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 Utility.
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Network Utilityis an application included with macOS up to MacOS Catalina that provided a variety tools that could be used related to computer network information gathering and analysis.

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Network Utility alternatives page was last updated Nov 18, 2024
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  1. Nmap icon
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    Nmap

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    Nmap ("Network Mapper") is a free and open source (license) utility for network exploration or security auditing. Many systems and network administrators also find it useful for tasks such as network inventory, managing service upgrade schedules, and monitoring host or...

    51 Nmap alternatives
    Main Window

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    Nmap Features

    1.  Connectivity Testing
    2.  Command line interface
    3.  Network Usage History
    4.  Website Monitoring
    Profile Editor
    Nmap iconNetwork Utility Icon

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

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

    • Nmap is Free and Open SourceNetwork Utility is Free and Proprietary
  2. Angry IP Scanner icon
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    Angry IP Scanner

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    Open-source and cross-platform network scanner designed to be fast and simple to use.

    51 Angry IP Scanner alternatives
    Angry IP Scanner screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Java
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Website Monitoring
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    Angry IP Scanner iconNetwork Utility Icon

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  4. Fing icon
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    Fing

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    Fing helps you understand most of your home network. See all the devices connected to your Wi-Fi, run network scanners, monitor your Internet speed, know your security level, set automated vulnerability checks, and much more.

    56 Fing alternatives
    Fing screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Fing Features

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

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    • Fing is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Network Utility.

    • Fing is Freemium and ProprietaryNetwork Utility is Free 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.

    39 Zenmap alternatives
    Zenmap screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Zenmap Features

    1.  Website Monitoring
    2.  Connectivity Testing
    3.  Graphical User Interface
    4.  Asynchronous
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    Zenmap iconNetwork Utility Icon

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  6. Advanced IP Scanner icon
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    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.

    52 Advanced IP Scanner alternatives
    Advanced IP Scanner screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Advanced IP Scanner Features

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

    57 SoftPerfect Network Scanner alternatives
    Main application window

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    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 iconNetwork Utility Icon

    SoftPerfect Network Scanner VS Network Utility

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

    • SoftPerfect Network Scanner is Paid and ProprietaryNetwork Utility is Free and Proprietary
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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.

    31 mtr alternatives
    mtr screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux

    mtr Features

    1.  Network Tools
    2.  Trace Route
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    mtr iconNetwork Utility Icon

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