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Best Network Mapping Software in 2026

Network mapping software helps you discover devices and connections, then show a network's topology. This list is for people comparing hosted, desktop, self-hosted, and API-based options on a budget.

  1. 1

    Scanopy

    Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

    Scanopy focuses on documenting network assets and relationships, with self-hosted and cloud options and plan-dependent sharing tools.

    8.6 Free plan · paid from $11.99/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
  2. 2

    Domotz

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Domotz combines device discovery and monitoring with remote management and network diagnostics. A free discovery tier is available, while ongoing paid options are billed per device or collector.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $1.50/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
  3. 3

    LanTopoLog

    Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWeb+1

    LanTopoLog combines physical topology mapping with traffic and packet monitoring, plus export and alert options.

    7.5 From $50 Visit site
  4. 4

    ManageEngine OpManager

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    OpManager brings infrastructure metrics, traffic analysis, alerts, and troubleshooting into one self-hosted product.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $95 · 30-day trial Visit site
  5. 5

    Netdisco

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Choose Netdisco if you need free network management with device location, port control, hardware inventory, and network diagrams.

    7.3 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    LANState

    Free plan Windows

    LANState combines local network mapping, monitoring, and remote management, with extra reporting and access features in Pro.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $99.95 · 30-day trial Visit site
  7. 7

    NetXMS

    Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4

    NetXMS combines discovery, topology maps, protocol support, and distributed monitoring in an open-source solution.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    IP Fabric

    Free trial APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    IP Fabric focuses on discovery, modeling, path simulation, and validation while remaining read-only.

    6.5 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
  9. 9

    Lantern

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb
    6.3 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    Nebula

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  11. 11

    Netscope

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    Networkmaps

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    NetAlly Link-Live

    Free plan Web
    5.8 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    NetK

    Free plan Web
    5.8 Free plan Visit site
  15. 15

    WhatsUp Gold

    Free trial APISelf-hostedWeb+1

    WhatsUp Gold brings infrastructure monitoring, topology mapping, automation, and integrations into one product.

    5.8 Free plan · paid from $1,229 · 30-day trial Visit site
  16. 16

    SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper

    Free trial Windows

    Network Topology Mapper combines broad discovery methods with layered maps, scheduled scans, and several export formats.

    5.4 From $1,977 · 14-day trial Visit site
  17. 17

    Net-Monitor Network Configuration Management

    Paid Self-hosted

    Choose Net-Monitor Network Configuration Management if you need on-premises configuration backups, change tracking, baseline checks, and restoration within your own perimeter.

    5.1 Pricing on request Visit site
  18. 18

    N-central RMM

    Paid LinuxMacWeb+1

    N-central RMM combines remote monitoring, automation, and multi-tenant management with hybrid deployment.

    4.8 Pricing on request Visit site
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    CERNE Network Discovery

    Paid Web
    4.6 Pricing on request Visit site
  20. 20

    N-able Network Topology Mapping

    Paid WebWindows
    4.4 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
  21. 21

    Skydive

    Paid LinuxWeb
    4.0 Open source Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the free plan, paid starting price, and trial terms. Check whether a tool runs on your platform, supports automatic discovery, offers the topology layers and node capacity you need, exports diagrams, and tracks changes. If reading or changing code matters, review the open-source licence.

Questions

Are free plans available for network mapping software?

Yes. Tools on this list offer free plans, including free and freemium pricing models. Check the terms for the specific tool.

Can I try a network mapping tool before paying?

Yes. Listed trials include 14-day and 30-day periods. Other tools list a free plan or pricing on request instead.

Which platforms are covered?

The list covers web, Linux, Windows, macOS, self-hosted, and API platforms.

What should I compare between network mappers?

Compare free plan, paid starting price, automatic discovery, deployment, topology layers, included nodes, diagram export, and change tracking.

How do I check whether code is open source?

Review the tool's licence and hosting details. Open-source options are available on this list, but licence terms can differ.

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