18.8
Android app for monitoring cloud and hybrid systems, containers, and networks, with web and desktop options.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
Best Network Monitoring in 2026
Checkmk leads this chart of 55 (8.8/10, free plan). Centreon is next (8.3/10, free plan), and ManageEngine OpManager is the next highest-placed with a free plan (8.3/10). Network monitoring tools track network activity and help you spot issues; compare deployment options and whether you can check the network from Android. This chart covers tools with different approaches to checks, traffic monitoring, device limits, maps and alerts. Confirm platform support and pricing against the features you need.
28.3
Web-based, open-source monitoring software available for Linux and Windows.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPILinux
38.3
Android app accompanies a unified console for monitoring and managing network infrastructure.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
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ntopng
ntopng is a network traffic probe that gathers information from traffic mirrors, NetFlow exporters, SNMP devices, firewall logs, and intrusion detection systems.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPILinuxmacOS8.3€299.95 one-time - 5
Fing Security
Android app detects network threats automatically and checks router security, with web and desktop options.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI8.2From $79.99 a year - 6
Obkio
Android app monitors network performance and helps troubleshoot intermittent issues; agents test locations every 500 ms.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI8.2From $249 a month - 7
GlassWire
Android app and Windows software for network monitoring; web access is also available.
Free planAndroidWebWindows7.9From $2.99 a month - 8
Paessler PRTG Network Monitor
Paessler PRTG Network Monitor monitors systems, devices, traffic, applications, and other infrastructure metrics from an on-premises installation…
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI7.7From $200 a month - 9
Colasoft Capsa
Colasoft Capsa is a Windows network analyzer for monitoring, analyzing, and troubleshooting wired and wireless networks.
Free planWindows7.4$295 one-time - 10
Domotz
Android app discovers network devices and supports cloud monitoring and remote management across sites.
AndroidiOSWebAPI7.3From $1.50 a month - 11
NetXMS
NetXMS is an open-source solution for monitoring networks and infrastructure.
Free planAndroidWebAPILinux7.2Free plan - 12
WhatsUp Gold
Maps device relationships and can run scripts or policies to address common infrastructure issues.
Free planWebAPISelf-hostedWindows7.2From $866 a year - 13
OpenNMS
Open-source platform monitors local and distributed networks and generates alarms; choose Meridian or Horizon.
Free planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted7.1From $6,000 a year - 14
Site24x7 Network Monitoring
Android app monitors network health and device performance, with discovery and topology maps.
AndroidiOSWebAPI7.1From $42 a month - 15
Ganglia
Monitors cluster nodes and aggregates their state across clusters using a hierarchical design.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted6.9Free plan - 16
LibreNMS
LibreNMS is a free, self-hosted network monitoring system with device support.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI6.9Free plan - 17
EMCO Ping Monitor
EMCO Ping Monitor uses ICMP pings to track host availability and connection quality, including packet loss, latency and jitter.
Free planWebWindows6.8$199 one-time - 18
LogicMonitor
Web platform combines metrics, logs, events and traces across networks, servers, storage and more.
WebAPILinuxWindows6.8From $16 a month - 19
FastNetMon
FastNetMon analyzes live network traffic to detect DDoS attacks in near real time and trigger mitigation according to operator-defined rules.
WebAPILinuxmacOS6.7From $115 a month - 20
Catchpoint Internet Performance Monitoring
AndroidiOSWebAPI6.6 - 21
FrameFlow
AndroidiOSWebWindows6.6 - 22
Kentik Network Monitoring System
Kentik Network Monitoring System is a SaaS service for monitoring network health and performance.
WebAPI6.6From $24,000 a year - 23
Zabbix
Open-source monitoring collects metrics from network devices, infrastructure, applications and services.
WebAPILinuxmacOS6.6 - 24
Observium
Web interface shows network status, live performance metrics, and historical data for discovered devices and services.
Free planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted6.5Free plan - 25
Plixer Scrutinizer
Plixer Scrutinizer analyzes NetFlow data to show network traffic activity and operational patterns.
WebAPISelf-hosted6.5From $12,996 a year
Choosing well
Can I monitor my network from Android?
Check whether a tool offers an Android app for the monitoring tasks you need. The platform information here lists web, Windows, Linux, self-hosted, API and macOS options, but does not establish Android support.
If you manage a network from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone, verify mobile access before choosing.
What kinds of network checks does it support?
Compare synthetic checks and traffic monitoring. They address different needs, so choose based on whether you want to check service availability, watch network traffic, or both.
Topology maps can help you view network structure. Check whether the tool offers the map and monitoring features you need.
Which alert channels can I use?
Check the available alert channels and make sure they fit how you respond to network issues. The chart compares alert channels, but does not specify which channels each tool offers.
How can I deploy the monitoring tool?
Compare deployment options before committing. The chart includes deployment as a comparison point, and its platform list includes web, Windows, Linux, self-hosted, API and macOS.
Can I start with a free plan or trial?
Compare free plans, trials and paid pricing separately. The listed examples include free plans, and some also show trial periods or a starting price.
For example, Obkio lists a free plan and a 14-day trial; Checkmk lists a free plan, a 30-day trial and paid pricing from €190 per month on an annual basis.
Questions people ask
What should I compare in network monitoring software?
Compare synthetic checks, traffic monitoring, device limits, topology maps, alert channels, deployment, pricing and platform support.
Can I monitor my network from an Android phone?
Check whether the specific tool has an Android app and whether it supports the monitoring tasks you need. The platform facts here do not specify Android availability.
Does network monitoring software have a free plan?
Some listed tools have free plans. Check the individual tool's pricing details to confirm what its plan includes.
Which network monitoring tools offer a free trial?
Trial availability varies. For example, Obkio lists a 14-day trial, while Checkmk and Paessler PRTG Network Monitor list 30-day trials.
What deployment options should I look for in network monitoring software?
Compare the options you need, such as web, Windows, Linux, self-hosted, API or macOS. Verify the specific tool's deployment details.