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Multi-floor residential Wi-Fi mapping tool for Linux — heatmaps, LDPL 3D simulation, PDF export

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WifiMapLinux – Residential Wi-Fi Mapping Tool for Linux

by magetriste·Jun 28, 2026·3 points·0 comments
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Free Linux alternative to NetSpot, but Wi-Fi mapping is a solved category.

Strengths
  • •LDPL 3D propagation modeling with ITU-R P.1238 standard implementation
  • •Multi-floor support with vertical cross-section visualization
  • •AUR package available, shows deployment consideration
Weaknesses
  • •Linux-only limits audience; Windows/Mac users need NetSpot or Ekahau
  • •Zero stars and forks suggests very early stage with no community validation
Target Audience

Linux users optimizing home Wi-Fi networks

Similar To

NetSpot · Ekahau · Acrylic Wi-Fi Heatmaps

Post Description

Measure real-world coverage across a multi-floor house, generate heatmaps, simulate AP placement, and export coverage reports. I'm waiting for you to test and to give your thought.

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