Cisco Packet Tracer vs EXata Network Modeling
| Cisco Packet Tracer | EXata Network Modeling | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, Linux |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Deployment options | desktop | desktop |
| Automation API | Yes | — |
| Simulation model | — | hybrid |
| Real-time emulation | — | Yes |
| Hardware-in-the-loop | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Network Simulation Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Cisco Packet Tracer scores higher on our published basis.