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LanScanWireless Network Watcher
Freemium

Free download, with a Pro version for $5.99 that shows unlimited hostnames.

 Free

Freeware from NirSoft with no paid tier.

macOS Windows
  • Shows IP address, MAC address and vendor for each device
  • Resolves names over mDNS, SMB and DNS
  • Shows the adapter manufacturer to help identify each device
  • Background scan with alerts for new devices
  • macOS only
  • Free version limits how many hostnames are shown
  • Can only scan the wireless network you are currently connected to
  • Built-in MAC vendor database may lag behind new assignments
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License: Freeware
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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