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Also covers network tools and open source
Measure network performance with OpenSpeedTest, an open-source HTML5 speed test built with browser APIs.
Alternatives
The Best NETworkManager Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives2 free · 17 open source
Looking for something like NETworkManager? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 2 are free or have a free plan and 17 are open source.
About NETworkManagerborntoberoot.net/NETworkManager
VisitTroubleshoot network problems with NETworkManager, an open-source application with built-in diagnostic tools.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionSpeed TestMeasure network performance with OpenSpeedTest, an…Free or freemium optionWiFi AnalyzerWiFi Analyzer helps Windows users identify wireless network…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Speed Test | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | WiFi Analyzer | Freemium | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 3 | Unbound | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | RustCat | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 5 | frp | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | PingTracer | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | CLI | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | Adguard Sdnsfilter | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | Plow | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | Speedtest | — | Yes | — |
All NETworkManager alternatives
2
Also covers network tools · same kind of online tool · free plan
WiFi Analyzer helps Windows users identify wireless network problems and choose a Wi-Fi channel.
3
Also covers network tools and open source
Run Unbound as a validating, recursive, caching DNS resolver for network domain lookups.
4
Also covers network tools and open source
Listen on network ports or open a reverse shell with Rustcat, a cross-platform command-line tool.
5
Also covers network tools and open source
Expose a local server behind NAT or a firewall using frp, a reverse proxy for network tunneling.
6
Also covers network tools and open source
Trace network latency by continuously pinging each host between a computer and its destination.
7
Also covers network tools and open source
Test download and upload speeds from the command line using fast.com with fast-cli.
8
Also covers network tools and open source
Use the AdGuard DNS filter, which combines filters for ads, tracking protection, and mobile ads.
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Also covers network tools and open source
Benchmark HTTP and HTTPS endpoints with Plow, which displays results in a web UI or terminal.
10
Also covers network tools and open source
Run a self-hosted HTML5 internet speed test with LibreSpeed, which supports multiple server configurations.
11
Also covers network tools and open source
Register a free domain, connect a DNS provider, and follow practical DNS learning resources through DigitalPlat FreeDomain.
12
Also covers network tools and open source
High-performance HTTP reverse proxy applications can be developed with YARP, a toolkit.
13
Also covers network tools and open source
Connect local services through Cloudflare Tunnel with cloudflared, the command-line tunnel client.
14
Also covers network tools and open source
Run Cloudflare’s internet speed test from a terminal and view results in a text interface.
15
Also covers network tools and open source
HTTP requests can be sent from the command line using xh, a fast tool inspired by HTTPie.
16
Also covers network tools and open source
Explore HaGeZi DNS free, non-commercial public DNS servers operated in Europe.
17
Also covers network tools and open source
Switch between host file configurations on macOS, Linux, and Windows with SwitchHosts.
18
MxToolbox
mxtoolbox.com/NetworkTools.aspxAlso covers network tools
Run DNS, email, network, and website checks with the diagnostic tools from MxToolbox.
19
Ping,
ping.peAlso covers network tools
This service runs ping, MTR, DNS, TCP port, and BGP diagnostics from multiple locations.
20
Also covers network tools · same kind of online tool · free
Use Bancuh DNS to filter ads, trackers, malware, and adult content across devices on a network.
21
Arcai
arcai.comAlso covers network tools · same kind of online tool
Arcai provides NetCut and router utilities for controlling Wi-Fi networks on Windows and macOS.
22
Meshtastic
meshtastic.orgAlso covers network tools · same kind of online tool
Meshtastic is open-source mesh networking software for low-power devices used off-grid.
23
Wireshark
wireshark.orgAlso covers network tools · same kind of online tool
Network protocol traffic can be inspected with Wireshark, a packet analysis application.
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PortCheckers
portcheckers.comAlso covers network tools · same kind of online tool
Check whether network ports are open and test port forwarding or router connectivity with PortCheckers.
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Alternatives to similar tools
WiFi Analyzer24 alternativesCLI24 alternativesAdguard Sdnsfilter24 alternativesSpeed Test24 alternativesCloudflared24 alternativesCLI24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to NETworkManager?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to NETworkManager are Speed Test, WiFi Analyzer, and Unbound.
Is there a free alternative to NETworkManager?
Yes. WiFi Analyzer and Bancuh are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to NETworkManager?
Yes: Speed Test, Unbound, RustCat, and frp.
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