Here are alternative tools for network simulation and emulation:
- EVE-NG: Professional network emulation platform with multi-user support
- Cisco Packet Tracer: Educational network simulation tool from Cisco
- VIRL/CML: Cisco’s official network simulation platform
- Boson NetSim: Cisco certification exam simulator
The following tools serve different purposes but are sometimes compared:
- Oxidized: Configuration backup (not a simulator)
- RANCID: Configuration monitoring (not a simulator)
- OpenWISP: Device management (not a simulator)