Head-to-head · Network Discovery Software
SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper vs IP Fabric
SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper leads on 0 checks, IP Fabric on 0, and 1 is 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 scoreSolarWinds Network Topology Mapper · 9.1/10
- Free trialonly SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper
SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper scores higher on our rubric for network discovery software: 9.1 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper is the better fit for straightforward automated topology diagrams. IP Fabric is the better fit for deep network state and intent analysis.
- SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper fits best
Straightforward automated topology diagrams
- IP Fabric fits best
Deep network state and intent analysis
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Side by side
| Feature | SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | IP Fabric 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #3 in Network Discovery Software | #7 in Network Discovery Software |
| Best for | Straightforward automated topology diagrams | Deep network state and intent analysis |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Deployment | Self-hosted | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Support | Tickets, Docs, Community · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 |
| Compliance | HIPAA, PCI DSS | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 8 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper 0/4 · IP Fabric 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 | 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 → |
IP Fabric is a network infrastructure management and analytics platform for enterprise, multi-vendor environments. It discovers devices through SSH, Telnet, and vendor APIs, then builds a model of network state and topology. Network teams… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
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
IP Fabric — where it wins
- Automated discovery across SSH, Telnet, and vendor APIs
- Topology, dependency, path, and network-state analytics
- Intent verification, configuration tracking, and policy validation
Where it doesn't
- Quote-based pricing requires contact with sales
- No permanent free plan is available
- Named integrations are limited to a focused set of tools
- SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper9.1/10 · 14-day trial
A focused on-premises mapper for automated Layer 2/3 topology diagrams.
Visit SolarWindsFull verdict → - IP Fabric8.7/10 · Pricing on request
A deep network discovery and assurance platform for complex enterprise environments.
Visit IP FabricFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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