Available Models

In Brief

SNIP is available in five different models for self-hosting.  In this configuration SNIP runs on your local machine.
The number of data streams allowed at once in each model is the primary difference.
The same code base is used for each model, with various features unlocked using a node-locked license key system.

Evaluation

Provides all the functionality found in the Basic model with some additional Pro features. 

• Intended for use by new users who are evaluating SNIP for purchase,
• Limited to a one-hour run time each time it is re-started.

Free Download

---

Lite

Provides all the core functions needed to run an small NTRIP Caster.  Used to operate small NTRIP networks all over the world.   And it’s free!

• Up to three Base Station connections (or connection streams)
• Can service hundreds of end users (NTRIP Clients)
  
• Does not require a server OS to deploy and operate (Win 7,8,10, Ubuntu)
• Often used for forwarding a Base Station to another central SNIP node.
• Built on the same SNIP code as our other models
• The Lite model makes it possible for anyone to have a true industrial grade Caster.
  
• The Lite model of SNIP is provided free of charge for both commercial and private use.
  
• The Lite model of SNIP is the most widely used NTRIP Caster in the world.

Free Download

---

Basic

Beyond the features found in the Lite model, The Basic model adds additional features needed to operate a small NTRIP network…

• The Basic model supports eight data streams (and unlimited user connections),
• Licenses for additional GNSS devices (streams) can be purchased as your network grows, 
• Adds support for legacy TCP/IP connections,
• Decodes more RTCM message types to the detailed bit level,
• Allows operating one NEAR type stream,
• Allows using PFAT methods on up to three of the streams,
• Expands the reporting and management abilities of the Caster.  
• Provides automatic basic IP blocking for host machine protection
• Supports WEB based status summary reports

Cost: $1050.00

---

Pro

Beyond the features found in the Basic model, the Pro model adds additional features needed to operate a larger NTRIP network…

• The Pro model supports thirty streams,
• Licenses for additional GNSS devices (streams) can be purchased as the network grows,
  
• Allows use of the Plug-Ins to expand SNIP with various additional features.
• Allows operating up to 5 NEAR streams at once,
• Unlocks all limits on legacy TCP/IP connections,
• Unlocks all limits on using PFAT methods, for any stream,
• Support for both common and/or multiple frames of reference using PFAT,
  
• Adds some additional geo-tracing methods for tracking connected users (NTRIP Clients),
• Various expanded Reporting functions,
• Provides both basic and advanced and automatic IP blocking for host machine protection
• Supports (additional) WEB based status summary reports

Cost: $4,850.00

 

---

Commercial and Private Use