--- title: "9 Best Free Network Monitoring Software 2026 | Capterra" description: "Learn about and compare the 9 best free Network Monitoring software in 2026. Understand the pros and cons and cost of each tool to narrow your choices." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/s/free/" page_type: "subcategory" language: "en" --- # Best Network Monitoring Software for free Written by David Jani David is an analyst with 5 years of experience covering technology for accounting, cybersecurity, and other business uses. His insights draw on 20+ studies and 2.5 million Capterra reviews. [See full bio and all articles](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/david-jani/). ## Top 10 free products, ranked by reviewer ratings ### Ranked free Network Monitoring products | Rank | Product | Overall rating | Category rating | Key attribute | Starting price | Key features | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Zabbix](https://www.capterra.com/p/135902/Zabbix-Monitoring-Solution/) | 4.7 out of 5 (112 reviews) | 4.9 out of 5 (44 category reviews) | Highly rated for Value for Money | $50.00 Other, Per Month | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Performance Metrics, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting; Not included: Patch Management, Real-Time Data | | 2 | [Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) | 4.7 out of 5 (2,342 reviews) | 4.9 out of 5 (27 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Use | Contact vendor | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, Performance Metrics, Server Monitoring; Not included: IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Patch Management, Real-Time Data, Uptime Reporting | | 3 | [PingPlotter](https://www.capterra.com/p/143523/PingPlotter/) | 4.7 out of 5 (177 reviews) | 4.8 out of 5 (29 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Setup | $6.99 Flat Rate, Per Month | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Performance Metrics, Real-Time Data, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting; Not included: Patch Management | | 4 | [Domotz](https://www.capterra.com/p/149665/Domotz-PRO/) | 4.9 out of 5 (126 reviews) | 4.8 out of 5 (37 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | $1.50 Other, Per Month | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Patch Management, Performance Metrics, Real-Time Data, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting | | 5 | [Icinga](https://www.capterra.com/p/163153/Icinga/) | 4.7 out of 5 (47 reviews) | 4.8 out of 5 (38 category reviews) | Highly rated for Functionality | Contact vendor | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Performance Metrics, Real-Time Data, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting; Not included: Patch Management | | 6 | [WhatsUp Gold](https://www.capterra.com/p/96050/WhatsUp-Gold/) | 4.5 out of 5 (228 reviews) | 4.7 out of 5 (47 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Setup | $1169.00 Other, Per Year | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Patch Management, Performance Metrics, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting; Not included: Real-Time Data | | 7 | [Wireshark](https://www.capterra.com/p/209737/Wireshark/) | 4.6 out of 5 (51 reviews) | 4.7 out of 5 (39 category reviews) | Highly rated for Value for Money | Contact vendor | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Performance Metrics, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting; Not included: Patch Management, Real-Time Data | | 8 | [Pandora FMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/151020/Pandora-FMS/) | 4.5 out of 5 (125 reviews) | 4.6 out of 5 (41 category reviews) | Highly rated for Value for Money | Contact vendor | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Performance Metrics, Real-Time Data; Not included: Patch Management, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting | | 9 | [PRTG](https://www.capterra.com/p/21581/PRTG-Network-Monitor/) | 4.6 out of 5 (256 reviews) | 4.6 out of 5 (109 category reviews) | Highly rated for Functionality | $179.00 Usage Based, Per Month | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Patch Management, Performance Metrics, Real-Time Data, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting | | 10 | [ManageEngine OpManager](https://www.capterra.com/p/251336/ManageEngine-OpManager/) | 4.6 out of 5 (351 reviews) | 4.6 out of 5 (211 category reviews) | Highly rated for Value for Money | $95.00 Flat Rate, Per Year | Included: Bandwidth Monitoring, Dashboard, IP Address Monitoring, Network Analysis, Performance Metrics, Real-Time Data; Not included: Patch Management, Server Monitoring, Uptime Reporting | Category rating: Rating from reviewers who used each product as Network Monitoring software, with the number of those reviews. Products are ranked by this rating, adjusted for how many reviews support it. For the complete directory, see [the full product list](#full-product-list). --- ## See top 10 product details ### 1. [Zabbix](https://www.capterra.com/p/135902/Zabbix-Monitoring-Solution/) Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 (112 reviews) Category rating: 4.9 out of 5 (44 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Value for Money Starting price: $50.00 Other, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Not included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 2. [Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 (2,342 reviews) Category rating: 4.9 out of 5 (27 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Use Starting price: Contact vendor Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Not included - Network Analysis: Not included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Not included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Not included #### Pros based on reviews - Comprehensive data management platform - Seamless multi-device accessibility #### Cons based on reviews - Slow and limited support options - Occasional lag and slowdowns --- ### 3. [PingPlotter](https://www.capterra.com/p/143523/PingPlotter/) Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 (177 reviews) Category rating: 4.8 out of 5 (29 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Setup Starting price: $6.99 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 4. [Domotz](https://www.capterra.com/p/149665/Domotz-PRO/) Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 (126 reviews) Category rating: 4.8 out of 5 (37 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: $1.50 Other, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 5. [Icinga](https://www.capterra.com/p/163153/Icinga/) Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 (47 reviews) Category rating: 4.8 out of 5 (38 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Functionality Starting price: Contact vendor Free trial: Not available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 6. [WhatsUp Gold](https://www.capterra.com/p/96050/WhatsUp-Gold/) Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5 (228 reviews) Category rating: 4.7 out of 5 (47 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Setup Starting price: $1169.00 Other, Per Year Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Not included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 7. [Wireshark](https://www.capterra.com/p/209737/Wireshark/) Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 (51 reviews) Category rating: 4.7 out of 5 (39 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Value for Money Starting price: Contact vendor Free trial: Not available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Not included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 8. [Pandora FMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/151020/Pandora-FMS/) Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5 (125 reviews) Category rating: 4.6 out of 5 (41 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Value for Money Starting price: Contact vendor Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Included - Server Monitoring: Not included - Uptime Reporting: Not included --- ### 9. [PRTG](https://www.capterra.com/p/21581/PRTG-Network-Monitor/) Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 (256 reviews) Category rating: 4.6 out of 5 (109 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Functionality Starting price: $179.00 Usage Based, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Included - Server Monitoring: Included - Uptime Reporting: Included --- ### 10. [ManageEngine OpManager](https://www.capterra.com/p/251336/ManageEngine-OpManager/) Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 (351 reviews) Category rating: 4.6 out of 5 (211 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Value for Money Starting price: $95.00 Flat Rate, Per Year Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bandwidth Monitoring: Included - Dashboard: Included - IP Address Monitoring: Included - Network Analysis: Included - Patch Management: Not included - Performance Metrics: Included - Real-Time Data: Included - Server Monitoring: Not included - Uptime Reporting: Not included #### Pros based on reviews - Comprehensive real-time monitoring tools - Highly customizable visual dashboards #### Cons based on reviews - Recurring bugs and maintenance issues --- ## All network monitoring software with a free version [4.5 (203)](https://www.capterra.com/p/118128/New-Relic/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/shortlist/) Streamline network monitoring with New Relic. Get real-time insights, AI alerts, and full-stack analysis for optimized performance. [Learn more about New Relic](https://www.capterra.com/p/118128/New-Relic/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting [4.6 (351)](https://www.capterra.com/p/251336/ManageEngine-OpManager/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/shortlist/) ManageEngine OpManager a holistic network management software for performance monitoring, fault diagnosis & troubleshooting. [Learn more about ManageEngine OpManager](https://www.capterra.com/p/251336/ManageEngine-OpManager/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting 91% recommend this product [4.5 (96)](https://www.capterra.com/p/172324/NetFlow-Analyzer/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/shortlist/) NetFlow Analyzer is a comprehensive network traffic monitoring solution that provides real-time visibility and performance analysis.  [Learn more about ManageEngine NetFlow Analyzer](https://www.capterra.com/p/172324/NetFlow-Analyzer/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting [## Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) [4.7 (2342)](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/reviews/) Cloud-based service that allows users to create anything from swebsites to complex applications for businesses of all sizes. [Learn more about Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting 82% recommend this product [## Datadog](https://www.capterra.com/p/135453/Datadog-Cloud-Monitoring/) [4.6 (372)](https://www.capterra.com/p/135453/Datadog-Cloud-Monitoring/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/shortlist/) Get full visibility into on-prem and cloud networks, including application-layer performance and the health of bare-metal appliances. [Learn more about Datadog](https://www.capterra.com/p/135453/Datadog-Cloud-Monitoring/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting [## PRTG](https://www.capterra.com/p/21581/PRTG-Network-Monitor/) [4.6 (256)](https://www.capterra.com/p/21581/PRTG-Network-Monitor/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/shortlist/) 500,000 reasons to try Paessler PRTG: That's the number of users that rely on it daily. Why not start your free 30-day trial today? [Learn more about PRTG](https://www.capterra.com/p/21581/PRTG-Network-Monitor/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting 86% recommend this product [## WhatsUp Gold](https://www.capterra.com/p/96050/WhatsUp-Gold/) [4.5 (228)](https://www.capterra.com/p/96050/WhatsUp-Gold/reviews/) Get at-a-glance up/down status and performance info for network devices, servers, storage and wireless - in the cloud or on-premises. [Learn more about WhatsUp Gold](https://www.capterra.com/p/96050/WhatsUp-Gold/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting [## PingPlotter](https://www.capterra.com/p/143523/PingPlotter/) [4.7 (177)](https://www.capterra.com/p/143523/PingPlotter/reviews/) Network monitoring solution that helps businesses track latency, packet loss, and jitter to identify and resolve performance issues. [Learn more about PingPlotter](https://www.capterra.com/p/143523/PingPlotter/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting 90% recommend this product [## OpsGenie](https://www.capterra.com/p/170236/OpsGenie/) [4.6 (156)](https://www.capterra.com/p/170236/OpsGenie/reviews/) Opsgenie is a modern incident management and response solution for operating always-on services. [Learn more about OpsGenie](https://www.capterra.com/p/170236/OpsGenie/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting 86% recommend this product [## ManageEngine OpUtils](https://www.capterra.com/p/172325/ManageEngine-OpUtils/) [4.4 (130)](https://www.capterra.com/p/172325/ManageEngine-OpUtils/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/shortlist/) Manage IP addresses and switch port effortlessly with ManageEngine OpUtils. [Learn more about ManageEngine OpUtils](https://www.capterra.com/p/172325/ManageEngine-OpUtils/) Network Monitoring features reviewers most value Bandwidth Monitoring Dashboard IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Server Monitoring Uptime Reporting 86% recommend this product ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. Filter (103) Products: Sort By: Featured Partners * * * Plan Type Free Trial Popular 85% of professionals opt for a 30-day trial before the software purchase Other subsciption plans: Free Version Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription One-Time License Key Features All key features Popular We have selected the most important and critical features as defined by Capterra user reviews AI Copilot Bandwidth Monitoring Baseline Manager Dashboard Data Visualization Device Auto Discovery Event Logs Generative AI Incident Management IP Address Monitoring Network Analysis Network Resource Management Patch Management Performance Metrics Real-Time Data Reporting & Statistics Server Monitoring Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Threshold Alerts Uptime Reporting Web Traffic Reporting Deployment Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based Desktop Mac Desktop Windows Desktop Linux On-Premise Windows On-Premise Linux Desktop Chromebook Mobile Android Mobile iPhone Mobile iPad Related Software Category: [Network Mapping Software](https://www.capterra.com/network-mapping-software/)[API Management Software](https://www.capterra.com/api-management-software/)[Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Software](https://www.capterra.com/infrastructure-as-a-service-solutions-software/)[Load Balancing Software](https://www.capterra.com/load-balancing-software/)[Network Troubleshooting Software](https://www.capterra.com/network-troubleshooting-software/)[Network Management Software](https://www.capterra.com/network-management-software/)[Virtual Private Server Software](https://www.capterra.com/virtual-private-server-software/)[Content Delivery Network Software](https://www.capterra.com/content-delivery-network-software/)[Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) Software](https://www.capterra.com/esb-software/) I'm looking for Network Monitoring Software that is: [For Android](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/s/android/)[For Small Businesses](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/s/small-businesses/) How to choose the right Network Monitoring Software? [Read our Buyer's Guide](https://www.capterra.com/network-monitoring-software/#buyers-guide-content)