Arkime
7.3#1 in digital forensics softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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Colasoft Capsa
7.4#2 in network packet capture software$295 one-timeFree planWindows
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| Fact | Arkime | Colasoft Capsa |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Arkime uses OpenSearch or Elasticsearch for indexed metadata and offers WISE threat-intelligence integration. | The pages opened describe protocol and application analysis, but do not identify named third-party integrations. |
| Licence | Arkime is distributed under the permissive Apache License 2.0. | The EULA describes copyrighted proprietary software with perpetual single-seat and five-seat licensing and prohibits reverse engineering or redistribution of full versions. |
| Packet capture | Arkime can store full packets in standard PCAP format or run as a metadata-only engine, with rules to select which traffic is saved. | Enterprise captures and saves packets from wired and 802.11a/b/g/n wireless networks in real time. |
| Purpose | Arkime is an open-source network analysis and session search tool that passively watches network traffic and creates searchable session records. | Capsa is a portable network analyzer for monitoring, analyzing, and troubleshooting wired and wireless networks. |
Arkime plans
- ArkimeFree
Colasoft Capsa plans
- Capsa FreeFree
- Capsa Standard$295, paid once
- Capsa Professional$695, paid once
- Capsa Enterprise$995, paid once
Pick Arkime if…
Arkime suits teams that need to search and inspect network sessions and can provide OpenSearch or Elasticsearch for metadata storage. It is designed for self-hosted use, with Linux installation guidance and a container guide.
Pick Colasoft Capsa if…
Capsa is aimed at network administrators and engineers in small businesses and enterprises. The free edition may suit users monitoring up to 10 IP addresses who do not need WiFi connection monitoring.