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MonitorInfoView vs SIW: catalog facts
MonitorInfoView	SIW
Free Freeware from NirSoft, free to use and redistribute unmodified.	Paid Commercial software; check the developer site for current editions and prices.
Windows	Windows
Shows model, maker and manufacture date from EDID Lists all supported display modes	Covers hardware, software and network in one place Shows product keys and software licences
Remote computers require an administrator login Reports information only and does not change display settings	Windows only Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License: Freeware	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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