Pinpoint vs NetSpot
Two different tools for different needs.
| Feature | Pinpoint | NetSpot Home |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | $45 |
| Floor plans | ✓ | ✓ |
| Captures | Unlimited | 50 per zone (2 zones max) |
| Heat maps | — | ✓ |
| Real-time monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Menu bar app | ✓ | — |
| Before/after comparison | ✓ | — |
| Predictive planning | — | Pro ($149) |
Choose NetSpot if
you need continuous heat map visualization, predictive network planning, or manage commercial deployments. It's professional-grade software priced accordingly.
Choose Pinpoint if
you want to quickly check which rooms have good signal before buying a mesh system, find the best spot for your home office, or verify coverage after moving your router. Import a floor plan, walk around, drop pins. Done in minutes.
