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Big Sister vs NetTraffic
Both stand on network monitoring. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxWebWindows
Big Sister covers synthetic checks and traffic monitoring with a free plan and self-hosted operation. It fits teams that need those functions and can work without topology maps or additional alert channels.
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NetTraffic covers live speed monitoring, usage history, quotas, and device statistics in a free Windows application. Check the .NET Framework requirement and license restrictions before adopting it.
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| Big Sister | NetTraffic | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bigsister.ch | venea.net |
| On network monitoring | #32 of 57 | #28 of 57 |
Big Sister: what it does well
- Free plan is available
- Supports Linux, Windows, and web
- Includes synthetic checks
- Tracks traffic monitoring
- Sends email alerts
What to know first
- No topology maps
- Self-hosted deployment required
- Email is the listed alert channel
NetTraffic: what it does well
- Free to use and copy under its license.
- Tracks live rates and historical usage.
- Quota counter shows usage and billing-period progress.
- Portable edition has the installer's functionality.
What to know first
- Windows only; requires .NET Framework 4.8.
- License prohibits modification and decompilation.
- Software is provided as-is without warranty.
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