inSSIDer
7.7#1 in wi-fi analyzer softwareFrom $200 a yearFree planAndroidmacOSWindows
VisitinSSIDer vs iperf3
What both publish
| Fact | inSSIDer | iperf3 |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2010 | 2010 |
| Integrations | MetaGeek Plus adds packet capture, RF spectrum analysis, network snapshots, client traffic analytics, cloud sync through My.MetaGeek.com, and team collaboration. | iperf3 was developed initially as the bandwidth tester for the perfSONAR measurement suite, which the project identifies as its primary user base. |
| Purpose | inSSIDer visualizes Wi-Fi networks, shows how neighboring networks affect yours, and offers suggestions for faster, more secure Wi-Fi. | iperf3 measures achievable bandwidth on IP networks and reports throughput, loss, and other test results. |
inSSIDer plans
- inSSIDer FreeFree
- MetaGeek Plus$200 a year
iperf3 plans
- iperf3Free
Pick inSSIDer if…
inSSIDer suits wireless professionals and people scanning a home network or surveying an enterprise campus. It is useful for users who want to inspect nearby access points, local devices, and channel activity.
Pick iperf3 if…
iperf3 suits network operators and developers who need command-line bandwidth measurements on officially supported systems. It can also suit perfSONAR users seeking its primary bandwidth-testing tool.