NetSpot
Wi-Fi planning, wireless site surveys, heat maps and network analysis for macOS, Windows,
NetSpot is a cross-platform Wi-Fi analysis and planning application for macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS. It addresses the need to survey wireless coverage, visualize signal distribution, troubleshoot interference and dead zones, and design new networks before deployment. The app collects live data from surrounding networks across the 2.4, 5, and 6GHz bands.
Core capabilities include Inspector Mode for real-time AP data and charts, interactive heatmaps with over 20 visualization types, multi-level survey projects, and automated troubleshooting. Predictive planning supports multi-floor designs, building material properties, AP model selection, and real-time coverage previews. Projects can be exported to PDF or CSV, and surveys support hybrid active/passive modes with Iperf throughput testing.
NetSpot is aimed at IT administrators, network engineers, MSPs, consultants, small business owners, and home users. It is packaged as PRO for individuals and Enterprise for teams, each available as a lifetime license or annual subscription. PRO includes one user plus one technician with limits on zones, snapshots, and data points, while Enterprise covers ten users and ten technicians with unlimited capacity. A free version and a PRO trial are available, and custom quotes are offered for larger teams.
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