Smokeping Alternative — For Windows

👉 PingPlotter – Excellent for spotting where latency/loss occurs along the route.

Best for: Purists who refuse to leave Smokeping but must use Windows hardware.

This isn't a native alternative, but it's worth mentioning because it works surprisingly well on Windows 11.

How to do it quickly:

Performance: Smokeping’s FPing binary runs 95% as fast as on bare metal. However, you lose Active Directory SSO and Windows notifications.

PRTG (Paessler Remote Probes Technology) is a comprehensive network monitoring tool that offers a range of features, including:

Pros: Comprehensive monitoring features, native Windows support, and a user-friendly interface. Cons: PRTG has a steeper learning curve, and the free trial is limited to 30 days. smokeping alternative for windows

👉 PRTG Network Monitor (free up to 100 sensors)

Best for: IT pros who want an all-in-one solution without scripting.

Paessler’s PRTG is arguably the most famous Windows-native monitoring tool. While Smokeping is a one-trick pony (latency/packet loss), PRTG is a Swiss Army knife. However, its "Quality of Service (QoS)" sensors are a direct 1:1 replacement for Smokeping. Performance: Smokeping’s FPing binary runs 95% as fast

How it compares to Smokeping:

The "Smokeping" setup in PRTG:

Pricing: Free for 100 sensors. A single "Ping" or "QoS" sensor = 1 sensor. Most users never exceed the free tier. PRTG (Paessler Remote Probes Technology) is a comprehensive

Verdict: If you want a Smokeping alternative that also monitors CPU, disk, and bandwidth, this is it.