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Best OSINT Tools 2026
Facts read 24 Sep 2026 – 9 Oct 2026
Use OSINT tools to gather and connect open information from social sources, domains, IP addresses and web links. This guide helps you compare tools by access, analysis features, platform support and pricing terms.
The standings: top 10
| Name | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Netlas | 5.6 | $49 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Web, Linux, API | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 02 ViewDNS.info | 5.3 | $49 a month | Free plan | Web, API | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 03 BuiltWith | 5.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Web, Browser extension, API | 29 Sep 2026 |
| 04 OWASP Amass | 4.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux, Self-hosted | 5 Oct 2026 |
| 05 PublicWWW | 4.8 | $199 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Web, API | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 06 Shodan Monitor | 4.7 | $69 a month | — | Web, Linux, API | 9 Oct 2026 |
| 07 Hunchly | 3.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 08 Intelligence X | 2.9 | Free plan | Free plan | Web | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 09 theHarvester | 2.9 | Free plan | Free plan | Web, Linux | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 10 DNSDumpster | 2.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Web | 24 Sep 2026 |
The list is ordered by newest releases first, using figures makers publish. It is not scored; compare the listed capabilities and terms for your use case.
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ViewDNS.info
WebAPI Record5.3 Visit
03
BuiltWith
BuiltWith suits sales and research teams investigating website technologies, ecommerce activity, and potential leads.
WebBrowser extensionAPI Record5.1 Visit
04
OWASP Amass
Amass suits information security professionals who need to map attack surfaces and discover external assets.
WindowsMacLinux+1 Record4.8 Visit
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PublicWWW
PublicWWW may suit people looking for code or text snippets across web pages, or users who need domain clustering and export options.
WebAPI Record4.8 Visit
Before you choose
Start with access
You can begin without a subscription through the free plans on DNSDumpster, Epieos and OWASP Amass, while Hunchly, Intelligence X, Netlas and PublicWWW have freemium access.
Trial periods differ by entry: Hunchly allows 30 days, and Intelligence X allows seven days.
Compare paid terms
Some paid terms show a starting rate: Hunchly is $169 per user per year, Netlas is $49 per month and PublicWWW is $49.
Babel X, DataWalk, IBM i2 Analyst’s Notebook and ShadowDragon list no amount and require a pricing request.
Check platform fit
The list includes entries for web, Linux, Windows, macOS, API access and extensions. DataWalk and ShadowDragon specify web access, so check which platform suits your workflow before choosing.
Match investigation features
Compare whether each option includes social source search, domain and IP lookup, monitoring and alerts, link analysis, API access and data export. A tool that exposes the feature you need can reduce the need to move work between services.
Review licensing
Before adopting a tool whose code you may read or modify, review its licence and permitted use. This matters for free tools such as OWASP Amass as well as paid products.
Questions
Are free plans available for OSINT tools?
DNSDumpster, Epieos and OWASP Amass list free plans; Hunchly, Intelligence X, Netlas and PublicWWW list freemium plans.
Which OSINT entries include trial access?
Hunchly includes a 30-day trial, and Intelligence X includes a 7-day trial.
What capabilities should I compare between OSINT tools?
Check for social source search, domain and IP lookup, monitoring and alerts, link analysis, API access and data export.
Which tools provide pricing on request?
Babel X, DataWalk, IBM i2 Analyst’s Notebook and ShadowDragon list pricing only on request.
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