NETCAP
8.1#1 in network packet analyzer softwareFrom €49 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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VIAVI Observer Analyzer
5.3#30 in network packet analyzer softwareWindows
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| Fact | NETCAP | VIAVI Observer Analyzer |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Amsterdam, Netherlands | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Integrations | Pro lists handoffs or integrations with Wireshark, Metasploit, hashcat, John, and BetterCrack; Core includes a Maltego transformation plugin. | The page says Analyzer integrates with IBM Tivoli and HP OpenView and is often used with GigaStor and Apex. |
| Purpose | NETCAP converts network packet streams into structured audit records for network analysis, security research, machine learning, and forensics. | Observer Analyzer monitors unified communications deployments, network security performance, applications and complex network traffic, including VM environments. |
| Support | Pro includes email support, Enterprise offers priority support with an SLA, and Core lists community support. | VIAVI says full technical support is provided to customers with an active hardware warranty or software maintenance agreement. |
NETCAP plans
- CoreFree
- Pro€49 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
VIAVI Observer Analyzer plans
- Observer Analyzer Expert EditionPriced on request
- Observer Analyzer Standard EditionPriced on request
- Observer Analyzer SuitePriced on request
Pick NETCAP if…
NETCAP suits network analysts, security researchers and forensic or machine-learning workflows that use packet captures. Core is available as an open-source CLI, while Pro adds investigation and analysis tools.
Pick VIAVI Observer Analyzer if…
Observer Analyzer may suit network engineers and organizations that need packet analysis, traffic monitoring, and configurable alerts. Buyers should note its Windows requirements and the customer agreement required for downloads and full support.