Predictable pricing without lock-ins
OpUtils keeps pricing transparent and flexible with both perpetual and subscription options with no hidden add-ons. SolarWinds forces subscription licensing with high renewals and long-term lock-ins.
OpUtils has been recognized in the Software Advice Front Runners 2025 report for network monitoring.
OpUtils is featured in Capterra’s 2025 Shortlist for Most Popular Network Monitoring Tools, earning a 4.4/5 rating.
Alternative to SolarWinds IPAM
Managing IP addresses, subnets, DHCP scopes, DNS records, and switch-port connectivity becomes harder as networks grow. Teams relying on siloed IPAM tools often face rising costs, complex licensing, and limited visibility across their infrastructure. OpUtils offers a simpler, cost-effective alternative to SolarWinds IPAM by unifying IP address management, DHCP / DNS insights, and switch-port mapping in one console. With automated discovery , real-time IP tracking, integrated DDI data, and clear device-to-port visibility, it helps admins reduce manual work, troubleshoot faster, and maintain accurate records, without the high overhead of traditional IPAM platforms.
Why consider an alternative to SolarWinds IPAM?
Lightweight, efficient, and built for scalability
OpUtils works out of the box with built-in discovery and tracking, without the admin overhead SolarWinds brings through complex installs, configurations, and supporting modules.
Unified visibility without modular fragmentation
OpUtils unifies everything including IPAM, DHCP, DNS, rogue detection, switch-port mapping, and scanning into one clear, secure view. SolarWinds fragments DDI and port data across multiple add-ons.
Pricing and feature comparison
| Features |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Pricingannually | Starts at$345 | Starts at$590 |
| Plans available | Perpetual & subscription | Subscription only |
| IP tracking (IPV4/IPV6) | ||
| Unified IPAM + DHCP + DNS + Switch-port | All in-one | IPAM only (others via add-ons) |
| Switch-port mapping | Native | Requires UDT add-on |
| Rouge device detection and MAC filtering | Included | Not available in IPAM |
| Real-time subnet scanning | Continuous scans | Scheduled scans |
| IP request workflow | Built in | Supported |
| Add-ons required for full functionality | Bundled | Requires UDT + others |
| Built-in network tools | 30+ tools included | No built-in tools (requires seperate Engineers Toolset) |
| Built-in network tools | IP history + port history | IP history only |
Why OpUtils is more than just an IPAM alternative to SolarWinds
Here’s a closer look at the core features that make OpUtils a unified platform for DDI.
IPAM
DHCP and DNS
Switch port
Rogue device and MAC filtering
Additional network tools
IP address management (IPAM)
OpUtils automates IP address management across IPv4 and IPv6 networks with real-time visibility into subnets, availability, and utilization. It automatically discovers subnets, tracks IP usage continuously, and includes a built-in IP request and approval workflow to eliminate manual errors and streamline allocation.
Admins can reclaim unused IPs, monitor utilization patterns through centralized dashboards, and maintain clear visibility into address assignments to reduce conflicts and optimize capacity. SolarWinds IPAM supports IP tracking but lacks continuous scanning and relies mostly on scheduled/manual scans.
DHCP and DNS management
OpUtils integrates directly with Microsoft DHCP and DNS servers, providing centralized visibility and control. Admins can manage leases, policies, scopes, and reservations from a single console, and simultaneously monitor DNS zones and records for accurate name-to-IP resolution.
This unified DDI approach helps admins correlate IP, DHCP, and DNS data instantly, minimizing configuration drift and improving network reliability.
Switch port management
OpUtils automatically discovers network switches and maps every connected device to its corresponding port using SNMP. It provides real-time visibility into device-to-port relationships, port status, utilization trends, and inactive or abandoned ports. With historical port timelines and multi-vendor support, OpUtils makes it easier to trace unauthorized endpoints, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and plan switch capacity more efficiently.
Switch port mapping is natively available in OpUtils; SolarWinds requires the UDT add-on for similar visibility.
Rogue device detection and MAC filtering
OpUtils strengthens network security by detecting unauthorized or rogue devices the moment they connect to the network. Admins can set up real-time alerts and apply MAC-based filters to block or quarantine unknown endpoints before they impact operations. This proactive protection layer reduces attack surfaces and enforces endpoint hygiene across distributed networks.
Rogue device detection and MAC filtering are built-in to OpUtils; SolarWinds IPAM does not include these capabilities.
30+ additional network tools
Beyond DDI and switch-port management, OpUtils includes 30+ built-in network tools, from IP utilities and port scanners to diagnostic and SNMP-based monitoring aids. This all-in-one toolkit reduces dependency on multiple standalone tools, cutting costs and simplifying workflows. With its unified console for IPAM, DHCP, DNS, and switch-port management, OpUtils helps IT teams deploy faster, simplify operations, and lower costs. It offers enterprise-grade visibility and control, without the enterprise-level expense.
SolarWinds IPAM does not include any built-in network tools; teams must purchase the separate SolarWinds Engineer’s Toolset, starting at $1,997.
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