Nmap
7.0#3 in port scanner softwareFrom $9,980 a monthFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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PortScan.com
5.9#19 in port scanner softwareFree planFree planWebAPI
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| Fact | Nmap | PortScan.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 MCP server provides fast_scan and deep_scan tools and lists setup instructions for Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Desktop, VS Code, Gemini CLI, Codex, and ChatGPT. |
| Purpose | Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing. | Checks TCP ports on the public IP address making the request and reports whether ports are open, closed, or filtered. |
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
PortScan.com plans
- Free online port scannerFree
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 PortScan.com if…
PortScan.com suits users checking the public IP address of the connection they are using. Its API and webhooks may also suit self-checking by servers, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring scripts.