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WiFi ExplorerWifiInfoView
Paid

US$19.99 after a 3-day free trial.

 Free

Freeware from NirSoft; it may not be sold or bundled with a commercial product.

macOS Windows
  • Decodes detailed network configuration for each access point
  • Helps spot channel conflicts and overlap
  • Detailed per-network data including channel, RSSI and PHY type
  • Summary views by channel, manufacturer and speed
  • macOS only, requires 13.5 or later
  • Short 3-day trial
  • Requires Windows Vista or later and a compatible wireless adapter and driver
  • On Windows 11 24H2 and later, location access must be enabled for desktop apps
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License: Freeware
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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