Nmap
7.0#3 in port scanner softwareFrom $9,980 a monthFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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Pentest-Tools Port Scanner
6.8#5 in port scanner softwareFrom $95 a monthFree planWebAPI
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| Fact | Nmap | Pentest-Tools Port Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 | 2017 |
| Integrations | For OEM integration, the project recommends running Nmap and parsing its XML-formatted output, and also permits other approaches such as parsing normal output or processing its data files. | The integrations page lists Jira, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Discord, webhooks, Nucleus, Vanta, Burp Suite, AWS, Azure Marketplace, and GitHub Actions. |
| Purpose | Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing. | The cloud-hosted scanner uses Nmap to discover open TCP and UDP ports and services on network targets. |
Nmap plans
- Nmap free end-user licenseFree
- Nmap OEM Small/Startup Company Redistribution License (quarterly term)$9,980 a month
- Nmap OEM Mid-Sized Company Redistribution License (quarterly term)$13,980 a month
- Nmap OEM Enterprise Redistribution License (quarterly term)$17,980 a month
- Nmap OEM Small/Startup Company Redistribution License (perpetual)$59,980, paid once
- Nmap OEM Mid-Sized Company Redistribution License (perpetual)$89,980, paid once
Pentest-Tools Port Scanner plans
- Free EditionFree
- FreeFree
- NetSec$95 a month
- WebNetSec$140 a month
- Pentest Suite$190 a month
Pick Nmap if…
Nmap suits network administrators who need host and service discovery, scan comparisons, or uptime monitoring. It can also help users who want scriptable network tasks and can work with the access requirements of their chosen scans.
Pick Pentest-Tools Port Scanner if…
It is aimed at security consultants, internal security teams, and managed security providers scanning network targets. The free tier or seven-day trial may suit readers who want to evaluate scanning before choosing a paid plan.