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NetsCLI

Free#15 of 26 in Port Scanner SoftwareCommand Line Tools

NetsCLI: A free, open-source scanner for structured network inspection across major desktop platforms. Ranked #15 of 26 in Port Scanner Software by our editors (7.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free network diagnostics with structured output.

7.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Free network diagnostics with structured output
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Deployment
Cli
Facts checked
21 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Subnet discovery, TCP scanning, DNS, reverse DNS, mDNS, and ARP inspection
- JSON and YAML output plus Markdown exports, history, filtering, and review
- Desktop, TUI, CLI, and MCP workflows on Windows, macOS, and Linux
Where it doesn't
- No operating-system detection
- No conventional HTTP or REST API
- Packet capture is limited to supported builds

Our verdict on NetsCLI

NetsCLI is a free, open-source network scanner written in Rust for local network diagnostics and automation. It is aimed at people who need to discover hosts, inspect reachable services, check TCP ports, query DNS records, review mDNS results, or inspect ARP neighbor information. The product supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, with a desktop app, terminal UI, command-line interface, and MCP server. Its scope is network inspection rather than operating-system identification, so it fits diagnostic and inventory workflows that prioritize structured results.

The strongest differentiator is the combination of scan coverage and output options. NetsCLI can discover subnet hosts, sweep subnets for exposed services, inspect individual hosts, and perform TCP port scans. CLI and TUI workflows support JSON and YAML structured output, while the category specifications also list Markdown exports. The desktop experience adds filtering, history, exports, and result review. These options make the product suitable for repeatable command-line workflows as well as visual inspection. MCP support also connects its network tools with AI-agent workflows, although the integration list identifies MCP rather than a broader set of platform connections.

NetsCLI is most compelling when free, open-source tooling and flexible output matter more than advanced fingerprinting. It is MIT-licensed and can be used across the listed desktop platforms, with optional packet-capture builds for supported configurations. Buyers should choose it for subnet discovery, service exposure checks, host inspection, and automation-friendly results. Teams that require operating-system detection, or a conventional HTTP or REST API, should choose a different port-scanning product. NetsCLI remains a focused option for network diagnostics with desktop, terminal, CLI, and MCP access in one package.

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NetsCLI pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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NetsCLI fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Deployment	Cli
Scan scope	Network
Service detection	Yes
OS detection	No
Scheduled scans	Not verified
API access	Not verified
Export formats	JSON, YAML, Markdown
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	1 integrations: MCP
Pricing	Free plan
Website	netscli.com
Facts checked	21 Sep 2026

NetsCLI integrations

NetsCLI lists 1 integrations on its own site.

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