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wavemon vs WiFi Explorer: catalog facts
wavemon	WiFi Explorer
Free Free to download and build from source.	Paid US$19.99 after a 3-day free trial.
Linux, Command line	macOS
Live signal level display and history in the terminal Scan screen for nearby wireless networks	Decodes detailed network configuration for each access point Helps spot channel conflicts and overlap
Linux only Text interface only	macOS only, requires 13.5 or later Short 3-day trial
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	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 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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