SiPS - Simple TCP Port Scanner

SiPS - Simple TCP Port Scanner is an easy-to-use networking tool developed in Java, which gives you the possibility to scan all ports within a specified range for an IP address in your LAN.It doesn't include complicated options or configuration settings, making it accessible to all types of users, even the ones less experienced with networking software.

Java-based utility with a simple GUI

As long as you have Java installed, you don't need to set up anything else. This means that you can save the executable .jar file to a preferred directory on the disk or copy to a removable storage unit, in order to effortlessly run it on any PC with Java.It doesn't add new entries to your system registry or create files on the disk without asking for permission. In order to uninstall it, you simply have to delete this item.As far as the interface is concerned, SiPS - Simple TCP Port Scanner opts for a standard window with a plain appearance and neatly structured layout, giving you an overview of all options put at your disposal.

Scan IP addresses for open ports

All you have to do is enter the IP address of a computer, along with the minimum and maximum port numbers. The scanning operation starts with the click of a button, after which which the tool begins listing the number and probable service of each port as soon as it's identified. This process can be stopped before all ports are verified, if it takes too long or if you just change your mind.There are no other notable options available here. Unfortunately, SiPS doesn't implement buttons for copying or exporting information to file. On top of that, it doesn't have richer features, such as scanning multiple IP addresses for ports at the same time. It doesn't accept host names instead of addresses either. We are also keeping in mind that it hasn't received updates for a long time.

Evaluation and conclusion

The program didn't put a strain on the computer's performance in our tests, running on a low amount of CPU and RAM. It remained stable throughout our tests, without hanging, crashing or prompting errors. Thanks to its approachable interface and options, SiPS - Simple TCP Port Scanner can be easily handled by all types of users.