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Best Wi-Fi security scanner apps in 2026

Use Wi-Fi security scanner apps to inspect wireless and network security on compatible devices. This list is for people who want a tool that fits their platform and budget.

  1. 1

    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.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $1.50/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
  2. 2

    Angry IP Scanner

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    Angry IP Scanner offers network scanning across three desktop platforms without an installation requirement, according to its maker.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    Fing Security

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Fing combines device identification with router checks and camera scanning. The free tier is limited, and scheduled scans and continuous threat detection require a subscription.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    Google Home

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Google Home combines device control, camera activity, and automation in its mobile app and web controls.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    Kismet

    Free plan APILinuxMac+2

    Kismet offers broad capture and integration options, but hardware and operating-system constraints matter. Its own guidance notes that stationary operation is most effective for WIDS.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    Lansweeper

    by Lansweeper
    Free plan APILinuxMac+3

    Lansweeper combines asset discovery, inventory management, vulnerability insights, and lifecycle visibility.

    7.4 Free plan · paid from $199/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
  7. 7

    Advanced IP Scanner

    Free plan Windows

    Advanced IP Scanner combines local network discovery with shared-folder access, remote-control support, and several connection tools.

    7.3 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    inSSIDer

    Free plan AndroidMacWindows

    inSSIDer helps users inspect nearby Wi-Fi networks, channel usage, connected devices, and configuration.

    7.3 From $1,500 Visit site
  9. 9

    NetSpot

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1

    NetSpot covers nearby-network inspection, wireless surveys, heatmaps, and predictive planning, with desktop offline use after activation.

    7.2 Free plan · paid from $199 Visit site
  10. 10

    WiFiman

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    WiFiman combines UniFi device discovery and remote access with additional wireless tools on mobile.

    6.9 Free plan Visit site
  11. 11

    Jam Pad

    Free plan Android

    Choose Jam Pad if you want an Android music studio with sound imports, beat tools, and optional track sharing.

    6.7 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    Airward

    Free plan Mac
    6.4 Free plan · paid from €39.99 Visit site
  13. 13

    NetBlade

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWindows
    6.4 Free plan · paid from $1.99/mo Visit site
  14. 14

    Netra Mobile

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.3 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
  15. 15

    LanScan

    Free plan Mac
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  16. 16

    LAN Viewer

    Free plan Android
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  17. 17

    Netsbee

    Free plan iPhoneMac
    6.1 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  18. 18

    Network Analyzer

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  19. 19

    Dot: Network & Tracker Scanner

    Free plan iPhone
    6.0 Free plan · paid from $4.99 Visit site
  20. 20

    InSpectre

    Free plan Web
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
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    NetScanPro

    Free plan iPhone
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  22. 22

    Ubiquiti WiFiman

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  23. 23

    NetAlertX

    Free plan Web
    5.8 Free plan Visit site
  24. 24

    Netfox

    Free plan Mac
    5.7 Free plan Visit site
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    Pi.Alert

    Free plan LinuxWeb
    5.7 Free plan Visit site

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Compare supported platforms, free plans, trial periods and paid prices. If you need to read or change code, check the licence terms before choosing.

Questions

Which operating systems and platforms work with these Wi-Fi security scanners?

The list includes tools for macOS, Android, Windows, iOS, Linux and the web. Check the platform listed for the tool you want.

Are any Wi-Fi scanners available at no cost?

Yes. Advanced IP Scanner, Angry IP Scanner, Google Home and Jam Pad are among the listed tools with free plans.

Do any tools offer a free trial?

Yes. DeviceShelf lists seven trial days, while Domotz lists 14.

What can paid access cost?

Prices listed include €1.50 per month for Domotz, €59 for DeviceShelf, $4.99 for Dot, €39.99 for Airward and $1,500 for inSSIDer.

How do I check whether a tool is open source?

Review the tool's licence terms or code repository. The pricing details do not state whether these tools are open source.

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