Whosthere

LAN discovery tool.

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Console’s review

· Reviewed by David Mytton

What we like

Scans your local network (mDNS and SSDP) to find devices, identifying them using ARP and manufacturer metadata lookup. Doesn’t require elevated privileges. Can also (optionally) scan ports. Built as a TUI, but can also run in the background with a queryable API. Supports themes.

Tradeoffs

Designed as a TUI so the CLI command is more limited.

Is Whosthere a fit?

Based on Console’s review published on 2026-02-05. Summary updated .

Who it’s for

Users who need to discover devices on their local network

Why consider it

It can scan the local network to find devices without requiring elevated privileges

Keep in mind

The CLI command is more limited due to its TUI design

Console is a free weekly newsletter with short reviews of developer tools, covering strengths and tradeoffs. This review reflects Console’s assessment at publication on 2026-02-05. Features and limitations may have changed since the review date. Read our selection criteria and learn about Console.

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