iStumbler
iStumbler is a macOS wireless-discovery tool for examining Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices, Bonjour services, location information and spectrum use.
What iStumbler is
iStumbler is a macOS wireless-discovery tool for examining Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices, Bonjour services, location information and spectrum use. Its Wi-Fi view lists visible networks, shows network type and encryption status, graphs signal and noise over time, and opens a connection monitor. Bluetooth tools list connected and discoverable devices and provide controls for setup, pairing, browsing and file transfers. Bonjour supports browsing by service type, host name and wide-area services. A channel tool maps usage and rates channels across 2.4 and 5 GHz spectrum, with regulatory information and scan times. Location features can show discovered Wi-Fi locations, optionally track computer movement, and export locations and movement tracks to Google Earth. With Oscium’s WiPry 5x, the analyzer displays real-time 2.4 and 5 GHz activity in a waterfall view. CSV logs cover Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Bonjour and location data. The plan costs $14.99, paid once for all computers you own. The homepage says version 12.0.x crashes at launch on macOS Monterey and that the app is currently off-sale on the Mac App Store.
Good
- Detailed Wi-Fi network inspection
- Bluetooth setup and file controls
- Bonjour browsing by several methods
- 2.4 and 5 GHz channel analysis
- CSV logging for analysis
Watch out
- macOS-only tool
- Currently off-sale on Mac App Store
- Version 12.0.x crashes on macOS Monterey
Who it suits
It suits Mac users investigating local wireless networks, Bluetooth, Bonjour services or spectrum conditions. CSV export and optional location tracking also fit users doing later spreadsheet or map analysis.
Verdict
iStumbler provides broad local wireless discovery and logging features, including optional hardware spectrum analysis. Its current store availability and Monterey launch crash are important constraints to check first.
Plans and prices
From iStumbler's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| iStumbler | $14.99, paid once | For all the computers that you own |
The facts
Each one read from iStumbler's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Bluetooth
- It lists connected and discoverable Bluetooth devices and provides controls to set up, pair, browse and send files to devices.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Bonjour
- It supports forward browsing by service type, reverse browsing by host name and wide-area Bonjour browsing.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Channel analysis
- Its channel tool provides a usage grid and ratings for 2.4 and 5 GHz spectrum, with channel ratings, regulatory information and scan times.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Current availability notice
- The homepage says version 12.0.x crashes at launch on macOS Monterey and that the app is currently off-sale on the Mac App Store.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Location
- The location tool can show discovered Wi-Fi network locations, optionally track computer movement and export location data and movement tracks to Google Earth.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Logging
- It can output CSV logs of Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices, Bonjour services and location information for spreadsheet analysis.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- iStumbler is a macOS wireless discovery tool for investigating Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices, Bonjour services, location information and spectrum usage.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Release status
- The changes page lists Release 103 dated 14 November 2017 and describes its additions including a Live Map, Bluetooth LE support and TouchBar support.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Spectrum hardware support
- The spectrum analyzer supports Oscium’s WiPry 5x and displays real-time 2.4 and 5 GHz spectrum in a waterfall view.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The manual directs users with questions or bug reports to the FAQ and Bug Reporter and lists [email protected] as the support contact.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Wi-Fi inspection
- It lists visible wireless networks, indicates network type and encryption status, graphs signal and noise over time, and can open a connection monitor for a network.checked 8 Oct 2026
The company
- Maker
- iStumbler Labs says it is operated by Alf Watt and produces software for macOS, iOS, tvOS and the Web.checked 8 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Platform limitation
- The maker describes iStumbler as a tool for macOS and sells it for Mac computers through the Mac App Store.checked 8 Oct 2026
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