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WiFi ExplorerWirelessNetView
Paid

US$19.99 after a 3-day free trial.

 Free

Freeware from NirSoft, free to use and redistribute unmodified.

macOS Windows
  • Decodes detailed network configuration for each access point
  • Helps spot channel conflicts and overlap
  • Tracks last and average signal quality over time
  • Shows channel, RSSI and security settings per network
  • macOS only, requires 13.5 or later
  • Short 3-day trial
  • The published requirements list versions through Windows 10
  • Needs a compatible wireless adapter and driver
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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