Head-to-head · Network Discovery Software
ManageEngine OpUtils vs SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper
ManageEngine OpUtils leads on 1 check, SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreManageEngine OpUtils · 9.3/10
- Free planonly ManageEngine OpUtils
- Free trialboth
ManageEngine OpUtils scores higher on our rubric for network discovery software: 9.3 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.
ManageEngine OpUtils offers free plan; SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper doesn't.
ManageEngine OpUtils is the better fit for affordable IP, subnet, and switch-port discovery. SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper is the better fit for straightforward automated topology diagrams.
- ManageEngine OpUtils fits best
Affordable IP, subnet, and switch-port discovery
- SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper fits best
Straightforward automated topology diagrams
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Side by side
| Feature | ManageEngine OpUtils 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper 9.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Ranking | #1 in Network Discovery Software | #3 in Network Discovery Software |
| Best for | Affordable IP, subnet, and switch-port discovery | Straightforward automated topology diagrams |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $138/yr | — |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Self-hosted | Self-hosted |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs | Tickets, Docs, Community · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 9 integrations | 2 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ManageEngine OpUtils 0/4 · SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper 0/4 | ||
| Topology mapping | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Asset inventory | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Scheduled discovery | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| SNMP discovery | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Discovery method | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Network scope | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Discovered asset limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | ManageEngine OpUtils is an on-premises network management toolset for IT and network teams that need visibility into IP addresses, subnets, switch ports, and connected devices. It combines IPv4 and IPv6 IP address management, automated… Read the review → |
SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper is network mapping software for IT teams managing LAN and WAN environments. It automatically discovers devices and connections through SNMP, WMI, LLDP, Cisco Discovery Protocol, VMware Management, ICMP… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ManageEngine OpUtils — where it wins
- Free plan covers basic IP and network scanning
- Professional adds IPAM, switch-port mapping, and rogue-device detection
- Supports DHCP, DNS, Active Directory, and scheduled reporting
Where it doesn't
- On-premises deployment requires local infrastructure
- Discovery is narrower for assets and dependencies
- Free edition has limited management scope
SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper — where it wins
- Automated discovery with scheduled scans and topology-change detection
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 mapping with dependency visualization
- Exports maps to Visio, PDF, PNG, and Orion Network Atlas
Where it doesn't
- Paid license starts at $1,977 with no free plan
- On-premises deployment requires installation on a dedicated server
- A single listed plan provides limited pricing-tier choice
- ManageEngine OpUtils9.3/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A focused, affordable choice for IP, subnet, and switch-port discovery.
Visit ManageEngineFull verdict → - SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper9.1/10 · 14-day trial
A focused on-premises mapper for automated Layer 2/3 topology diagrams.
Visit SolarWindsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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