reaver vs WiFi Scanner
A side-by-side look at reaver and WiFi Scanner. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
reaver
Security & Privacy
Reaver is an open source tool for exploiting weaknesses in Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) registrar PINs in order to recover WPA/WPA2 passphrases. It is designed to brute force the WPS PIN and revert the access point's settings back to factory defaults.
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WiFi Scanner
Network & Admin
WiFi Scanner is an app that allows you to scan for nearby wireless networks and view information about them such as the SSID, signal strength, frequency, security type, and more. It's useful for troubleshooting connectivity issues or finding the best WiFi network in your area.
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