Cisco Packet Tracer vs NetSim by Tetcos
| Cisco Packet Tracer | NetSim by Tetcos | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment options | desktop | desktop |
| Automation API | Yes | Yes |
| Simulation model | discrete-event | |
| Real-time emulation | Yes | |
| Hardware-in-the-loop | Yes | |
| Documented node limit | 100 nodes |
Listed together in Best Network Simulation Software