I built a macOS tool for network engineers – it's called NetViews
Hi HN — I’m the developer of NetViews, a macOS utility I built because I wanted better visibility into what was actually happening on my wired and wireless networks. I live in the CLI, but for discovery and ongoing monitoring, I kept bouncing between tools, terminals, and mental context switches. I wanted something faster and more visual, without losing technical depth — so I built a GUI that brings my favorite diagnostics together in one place. About three months ago, I shared an early version here and got a ton of great feedback. I listened: a new name (it was PingStalker), a longer trial,…
I built a macOS tool for network engineers – it's called NetViews launched on February 10, 2026 with 243 votes, #113 of 16,628 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches.
In plain words
NetViews is a macOS utility that consolidates network diagnostics into a single graphical interface for network engineers. It combines CLI-style technical depth with visual monitoring of wired and wireless networks, reducing the need to switch between multiple tools and terminals. The application provides network discovery, topology mapping, and ongoing monitoring capabilities designed for users who want faster access to core network details without sacrificing technical detail.
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From the sources
NetViews is a modern macOS network scanning and diagnostic tool for IT and network professionals.
NetViews is a modern, macOS network scanning app inspired by the specialized needs of IT, Wi-Fi, and network professionals. It combines host discovery, Wi-Fi insights, real-time monitoring, and vendor/DNS insights with a clean, native interface - giving you the tools you need without the complexity you don't. Turn your Mac into the most powerful network diagnostic tool available. Professional-grade network diagnostics, monitoring, and analysis - without leaving your keyboard. Real-time dashboards that update as your network changes, giving you instant visibility into every connection. Discover every device on your network, track uptime, and get alerts when hosts go up or down. Analyze…from netviews.app
In the maker’s words, at launch
Hi HN — I’m the developer of NetViews, a macOS utility I built because I wanted better visibility into what was actually happening on my wired and wireless networks. I live in the CLI, but for discovery and ongoing monitoring, I kept bouncing between tools, terminals, and mental context switches. I wanted something…
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