Intermapper
Network monitoring software
IT alerting software
Monitoring software
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$1,800 per year
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What is Intermapper
Intermapper is on-premises network monitoring software used to discover devices and map network topology while tracking availability and performance. It targets IT operations teams that need SNMP- and probe-based monitoring for routers, switches, servers, and network services. The product emphasizes visual network maps, configurable polling, and threshold-based alerting with notifications. It is typically deployed in small to mid-sized environments or specific network segments where a self-hosted tool is preferred.
Strong network discovery and mapping
Intermapper automatically discovers network devices and builds visual maps that reflect connectivity and status. Map views help operators quickly identify where an outage occurs and what upstream dependencies may be involved. This is useful for NOC-style workflows that prioritize topology context over log analytics. The mapping-centric approach can reduce time spent correlating device lists across separate tools.
Broad SNMP and probe monitoring
The product supports SNMP polling and a range of built-in probes for common network services and endpoints. Teams can monitor interface utilization, device health metrics, and service reachability from a single console. Thresholds and polling intervals are configurable to match different device criticalities. This fits environments that rely on standard network protocols rather than deep application instrumentation.
Practical alerting and notifications
Intermapper provides rule-based alerts with escalation options and multiple notification channels (for example, email and paging/SMS via gateways, depending on configuration). Alerts can be tied to map objects and status changes, which helps operators understand impact quickly. Maintenance windows and acknowledgements support basic operational hygiene. This covers core IT alerting needs without requiring a separate alerting platform for smaller deployments.
Limited APM and observability depth
Intermapper focuses on network and service availability rather than full-stack application performance monitoring. It does not provide the same level of distributed tracing, code-level diagnostics, or log analytics found in broader observability platforms. Organizations that need unified metrics, logs, and traces typically pair it with additional tools. This can increase overall tooling complexity for application-centric teams.
Scaling and multi-tenant constraints
As environments grow, map management, polling load, and configuration governance can become harder to operate compared with platforms designed for large-scale, multi-tenant monitoring. Centralized role-based access and segmentation for multiple teams may be less comprehensive than enterprise-focused suites. Large distributed networks may require careful sizing and architecture planning. Some organizations may outgrow the operational model if they need extensive federation across sites.
UI and workflow modernization gaps
The interface and workflows are oriented around traditional network operations and desktop-style administration. Compared with newer SaaS monitoring tools, reporting, dashboards, and collaboration workflows may feel less modern or require more manual setup. Integrations and automation options may be narrower than ecosystems built around extensive APIs and app marketplaces. Teams prioritizing cloud-native workflows may need supplementary tooling.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free (Intermapper free network monitoring) | Free — monitoring for up to 5 devices | Basic monitoring for up to 5 devices, real-time alerts, unlimited map configuration options (per Fortra Intermapper pricing page). |
| Intermapper (base) | Starting at $1,800 annually | Device-based subscription (licensed by number of devices). Includes live network mapping, real-time alerting, autodiscovery, web reporting, 24/7 human support. Pricing options start at 25 devices and scale to 10,000+. Volume discounts available. |
| Intermapper + Flows | Starting at $2,100 annually | Base Intermapper functionality plus NetFlow/sFlow/jFlow/cFlow traffic analysis (Intermapper Flows add-on). |
| Intermapper + Flows + Automated Analytics | Starting at $2,400 annually | Base Intermapper + Flows plus Automated Analytics and reporting features. |
Seller details
Fortra, LLC
Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA
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https://www.fortra.com/
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