Nmap
7.0#3 in port scanner softwareFrom $9,980 a monthFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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Unicornscan
6.2#13 in port scanner softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | Nmap | Unicornscan |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing. | Unicornscan is an asynchronous stateless network stimulus delivery and response recording tool for scalable, high-speed network reconnaissance. |
| Support | The free version has no warranty and is supported by a community, while active OEM maintenance subscriptions include commercial technical support. | The install guide points users to the project website and GitHub Issues for support and bug reports. |
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
Unicornscan plans
- UnicornscanFree
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 Unicornscan if…
Unicornscan suits users conducting network reconnaissance who need TCP, UDP, ARP, or traceroute scan modes and results analysis. Users wanting Alicorn should be prepared to use Docker and PostgreSQL.