sniffnet ☆
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Description:
Cross-platform application to monitor your network traffic
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.4.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 4, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: networking monitoring security packet-analyzer rust
Install: brew install sniffnet
About:
Sniffnet is a cross-platform network monitoring tool that allows you to observe incoming and outgoing traffic. It provides detailed insights into network packets, helping you identify potential security threats or performance bottlenecks. The application features a user-friendly interface to visualize data in real-time.
Key Features:
  • Real-time traffic monitoring
  • Protocol and IP address filtering
  • Data visualization with charts
  • Cross-platform support (macOS, Linux, Windows)
Use Cases:
  • Monitoring bandwidth usage to identify heavy consumers
  • Detecting suspicious network activity for security analysis
  • Troubleshooting network connectivity issues
Alternatives:
  • Wireshark – Wireshark offers deep packet inspection but has a steeper learning curve, whereas Sniffnet provides a more accessible and streamlined interface for general monitoring.
  • iftop – iftop is a terminal-based tool focused on bandwidth usage, while Sniffnet offers a graphical user interface with more detailed visualizations.
Version History
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Nov 4, 2025 5:36pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 9eb82f07
Sep 14, 2025 4:11am 0 VERSION_BUMP 031a1c19
Sep 13, 2025 12:18pm 0 VERSION_BUMP d28808e4
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