NetScanTools Pro vs Nmap
NetScanTools Pro
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| Figure | NetScanTools Pro | Nmap |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $9,980/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 10 | 7 |
| Spec score · Network Troubleshooting Software | 8.0 (#7) | 8.2 (#4) |
| Spec score · Network Diagnostic Software | 7.9 (#17) | 8.1 (#12) |
| Founded | 1995 | 1997 |
| Integrations | Packet captures can be exported for analysis in tools such as Wireshark, and an optional Switch Port Mapping tool works with many SNMP-enabled managed Ethernet switches. | For OEM integration, the project recommends running Nmap and parsing its XML-formatted output, and also permits other approaches such as parsing normal output or processing its data files. |
| Purpose | NetScanTools Pro is a Windows-based suite for network diagnostics, internet research, and IT security work. | Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing. |
| Support | Phone support is available to customers or registered users after email support is deemed insufficient, during weekday business hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific Time. | The free version has no warranty and is supported by a community, while active OEM maintenance subscriptions include commercial technical support. |
Plans
NetScanTools Pro
- Upgrade to new version$239, paid once
- Quick Start Plan (1 user)$299, paid once
- Quick Start Plan (4 users)$549, paid once
- Standard Plan (1 user)$599, paid once
- Premium Plan (1 user)$999, paid once
- Standard Plan (4 users)$1,049, paid once
- Quick Start Plan (10 users)$1,295, paid once
- Premium Plan (4 users)$1,899, paid once
- Standard Plan (10 users)$2,499, paid once
- Premium Plan (10 users)$4,495, paid once
Nmap
- Nmap free end-user licenseFree
- Nmap OEM Small/Startup Company Redistribution License (quarterly term)$9,980 a month
- Nmap OEM Mid-Sized Company Redistribution License (quarterly term)$13,980 a month
- Nmap OEM Enterprise Redistribution License (quarterly term)$17,980 a month
- Nmap OEM Small/Startup Company Redistribution License (perpetual)$59,980, paid once
- Nmap OEM Mid-Sized Company Redistribution License (perpetual)$89,980, paid once
- Nmap OEM Enterprise Redistribution License (perpetual)$119,980, paid once
In their own words
NetScanTools Pro
NetScanTools Pro has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Nmap
Nmap is a free, open-source utility for discovering networks and auditing security. It uses raw IP packets to identify available hosts, services and versions, operating systems, and packet filters or firewalls. Scanning options include TCP and UDP ports, OS and version detection, and ping sweeps. Network administrators can use it to inventory systems, plan service upgrades, and monitor host or service uptime. The Nmap Scripting Engine runs bundled or user-written scripts in parallel for networking tasks such as discovery and vulnerability checks. The suite also includes Zenmap, a graphical interface and results viewer; Ncat for data transfer and debugging; Ndiff for comparing scan results; and Nping for packet generation and response analysis. Most port-scan types require privileged access to send and receive raw packets, although unprivileged users can run connect and FTP bounce scans. Nmap is not a comprehensive vulnerability scanner. End-user use is free, but redistribution in commercial products requires an OEM license. Quarterly OEM licenses start at $9,980.00 per 3 months for eligible small or startup companies.