Nmap
7.0#3 in port scanner softwareFrom $9,980 a monthFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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What both publish
| Fact | Nmap | portwave |
|---|---|---|
| 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 README documents piping subfinder output into portwave and using ProjectDiscovery nuclei for vulnerability scanning when installed. |
| Purpose | Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing. | Portwave is an IPv4/IPv6 port scanner with HTTP(S) enrichment, SSL reconnaissance, and a nuclei pipeline. |
| Scanning | Nmap supports TCP and UDP port scanning, OS detection, version detection, and ping sweeps. | It uses adaptive TCP connect scanning and can scan all 65,535 TCP ports when explicitly requested. |
| Support | The free version has no warranty and is supported by a community, while active OEM maintenance subscriptions include commercial technical support. | The maker directs users to GitHub Issues and pull requests for contact and support. |
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
portwave plans
No prices published.
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 portwave if…
Portwave suits security researchers who need a command-line scanner for authorized IPv4 or IPv6 targets. It is available on Linux, macOS, and Windows.