WirelessNetView vs Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

Struggling to choose between WirelessNetView and Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

WirelessNetView is a Network & Admin solution with tags like wifi, network-scanner, device-info.

It boasts features such as Scans Wi-Fi network and displays information about connected devices, Shows IP and MAC addresses, network names, device types, and manufacturers, Provides detailed information about wireless networks and connected devices, Supports multiple wireless adapters and can monitor multiple networks simultaneously, Allows exporting the detected information to HTML, XML, or CSV files and pros including Free to use, Provides comprehensive information about wireless networks and devices, Easy to use interface, Supports multiple wireless adapters and networks.

On the other hand, Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector is a Network & Admin product tagged with wifi, network-analysis, connectivity, troubleshooting, interference-detection, coverage-testing.

Its standout features include Real-time analysis of Wi-Fi networks, Graphical representation of Wi-Fi signal strength, Automatic detection of Wi-Fi access points, Identification of interference sources, Troubleshooting of connectivity issues, Analysis of channel utilization, Detection of poor Wi-Fi coverage areas, and it shines with pros like Free to use, Available for Windows, Mac and Linux, Easy to use graphical interface, Provides detailed technical information, Helps optimize Wi-Fi networks.

Feature	WirelessNetView	Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Network & Admin	Network & Admin

Product Overview

WirelessNetView

Description: WirelessNetView is a free utility that scans your Wi-Fi network and displays extensive information about all connected devices. It shows IP and MAC addresses, network names, device types, manufacturers, and more.

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

Description: Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector is a free Wi-Fi analysis tool for Windows, Mac, and Linux. It allows users to analyze the Wi-Fi environment, troubleshoot connectivity issues, detect interference sources, and identify areas with poor coverage.

Key Features Comparison

WirelessNetView Features

• Scans Wi-Fi network and displays information about connected devices
• Shows IP and MAC addresses, network names, device types, and manufacturers
• Provides detailed information about wireless networks and connected devices
• Supports multiple wireless adapters and can monitor multiple networks simultaneously
• Allows exporting the detected information to HTML, XML, or CSV files

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector Features

• Real-time analysis of Wi-Fi networks
• Graphical representation of Wi-Fi signal strength
• Automatic detection of Wi-Fi access points
• Identification of interference sources
• Troubleshooting of connectivity issues
• Analysis of channel utilization
• Detection of poor Wi-Fi coverage areas

Pros & Cons Analysis

WirelessNetView

Pros

• Free to use
• Provides comprehensive information about wireless networks and devices
• Easy to use interface
• Supports multiple wireless adapters and networks

Cons

• Limited functionality compared to paid alternatives
• May not provide real-time updates on network changes
• No advanced features or customization options

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

Pros

• Free to use
• Available for Windows, Mac and Linux
• Easy to use graphical interface
• Provides detailed technical information
• Helps optimize Wi-Fi networks

Cons

• Limited reporting capabilities
• Does not offer long-term monitoring
• Requires adapter that supports monitor mode
• Does not analyze or troubleshoot wired networks

Pricing Comparison

WirelessNetView

• Free

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

• Free