Today, I bring you 8 powerful LAN IP scanning tools — handpicked for real-world troubleshooting. Whether you’re an IT beginner or just the “tech person” in your domain, these tools can help you:
- Fix IP conflicts that block your internet.
- Detect freeloaders on your Wi-Fi.
- Find your router or printer’s web address.
- Scan shared folders and intranet websites.
- Learn how professionals scan network ports.
And yes, every single tool here supports Windows or Android. Let’s get started.
1. Advanced IP Scanner
If you’ve ever Googled “best LAN scanner Windows,” you’ve probably seen Advanced IP Scanner. You are not require complicated installation — just click and run. And with one click, you can scan every connected device on your local network, showing:
- IP address
- Device name
- MAC address
It even lets you ping devices, open shared folders, or remotely control PCs via RDP or Radmin.
2. Advanced Port Scanner — Find Open Ports Like a Pro
If you want to go deeper into your network use this tool because It scans all open TCP/UDP ports, detects running services, and helps you identify risks or configuration errors. Examples of what you can find:
- Modbus port (502) is active on an industrial device.
- FTP (21) and web (80) services on local machines
- Shared folders and printers
You can “Run” it without installing — great for one-time diagnostics.
3. Nmap + Zenmap — The Hacker’s Favorite, Now Beginner-Friendly
Nmap is open-source, lightweight, and crazy powerful tool. But for beginners it is intimidating.
To get started:
- Install Npcap first (required packet-capture library).
- Then install Nmap, making sure to include Zenmap in the setup.
Once running, you can:
- Scan all ports in your LAN
- Detect running services (web, SSH, DBs, etc.)
- Identify vulnerabilities early
Nmap is not just a hacker tool. It’s also essential for network engineers, admins, and even cybersecurity learners.
4. NetBScanner — Small, Free, and Packed with Information
NetBScanner is a lightweight tool and it is not require installation, It uses the NetBIOS protocol to discover hosts and displays:
- Computer names
- MAC addresses
- Workgroup info
- Network card vendors
You can export results to a text or HTML file for reporting.
5. PingTools — Simple Visual IP Scanner
The PingTools is a lightweight solution and it only require 2.7 MB space but this utility help you to see which devices are online in your LAN.
- Purple = your device
- Colored = connected IPs
- Gray = inactive
Perfect for quick Wi-Fi checks and confirming device connections.
6. Simple Unknown IP Scanner — A Rough but Curious Tool
Its UI looks unpolished, but it’s functional for basic scanning tasks:
- One-click LAN scan (green = used IPs, red = unused)
- One-click network card control
- Multi-IP configuration management
Not the best user experience — but if you’re curious, it’s worth testing.
7. PingTools Pro (Android) — Network Toolkit in Your Pocket
For Android users, PingTools Pro is hands-down the best mobile LAN scanner. It’s like having a full desktop toolkit in your phone.
You can:
- You can view all Wi-Fi devices and IP info.
- It can also perform port scans, and pings.
- And Measure real-time connection speed.
Everything is visual, interactive, and practical — no laptop needed.
IT pros and curious users alike swear by it.
8. NetX (Android) — See Who’s on Your Wi-Fi
This tool automatically detect the brand, model, IP, and MAC address for every connected device on your network. It’s particularly good for spotting unknown or suspicious devices. However, it only supports Android 9 and below — not newer versions. Still, for older phones or test environments, it’s lightweight (2.7 MB) and straightforward.
What You’ll Learn From Using These Tools
With the help of above 8 tools you can learn the real-world networking fundamentals like how IPs are assigned, how ports work, and how services communicate across LANs.
You’ll start to recognize patterns:
- Which devices use static IPs
- How routers assign DHCP ranges
- How to spot “rogue” connections instantly
Master these small things — and suddenly, network troubleshooting, security testing, and even ethical hacking will feel a lot less mysterious.
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