Caligare Flow Inspector
6.2#9 in network traffic analysis softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxSelf-hosted
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FlowViewer
6.8#4 in network traffic analysis software$500 one-timeFree planWebLinux
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| Fact | Caligare Flow Inspector | FlowViewer |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Caligare Flow Inspector monitors and analyzes NetFlow exports sent by existing routers, without requiring deployed probes. | FlowViewer is free software for analyzing Netflow data exported from an organization's network devices. |
| Support | The maker says one year of technical support for the free version can be purchased online. | The maker offers installation, router Netflow configuration, training, and custom hourly support. |
Caligare Flow Inspector plans
- Caligare Flow Inspector Free EditionFree
- Caligare Flow Inspector Enterprise editionPriced on request
- Caligare Flow Inspector Professional editionPriced on request
FlowViewer plans
- FlowViewerFree
- Custom SupportPriced on request
- FlowViewer Training$500, paid once
- Router Netflow Config$500, paid once
- FlowViewer Install$750, paid once
Pick Caligare Flow Inspector if…
It suits non-commercial users monitoring up to two devices, businesses monitoring one to nine devices, and enterprise users with unlimited devices. Linux and self-hosted deployment are listed.
Pick FlowViewer if…
FlowViewer suits organizations that need to inspect Netflow traffic and create reports, graphs, or longer-term monitoring views. Its Unix-server requirement makes deployment a consideration for prospective users.