btop4win
WindowsInteractive system monitor for Windows command line
Overview
btop4win is a powerful, interactive system monitor ported to Windows command line environments (PowerShell, CMD). It delivers real-time, detailed insights into CPU, memory, disk I/O, and network usage with a visually striking, customizable interface. Users can manage processes directly—kill unneeded ones, adjust priority (renice), or filter by resource consumption. Optimized for Windows 10 and 11, it supports portable deployment (no installation required) and integrates seamlessly with native shell tools. With responsive navigation and theme customization options, it’s an essential tool for developers, sysadmins, and power users who prefer CLI efficiency over graphical monitors.
Key Features
- Real-time CPU, memory, disk, and network monitoring
- Interactive process management (kill, renice, filter)
- Customizable color themes and UI layout
- Portable (no installation, runs on CMD/PowerShell)
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is btop4win compatible with Windows 11?
Yes, btop4win is fully compatible with Windows 11, as well as Windows 10 (64-bit versions are recommended for optimal performance).
? Is it safe to install?
Yes, btop4win is open-source (MIT license) with code available on GitHub for review. It doesn’t require admin privileges for basic monitoring, though process management tasks (like killing processes) may need elevated rights.
? Is there a portable version?
Yes, btop4win is designed to be portable—you can download the executable from its official GitHub repo and run it directly from any directory without installation.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Lightweight and low resource usage
- ⊕ Portable (no setup needed)
- ⊕ Intuitive, colorful CLI interface for easy navigation
Cons
- ⊖ Requires basic command-line familiarity
- ⊖ No graphical user interface (GUI) option
- ⊖ Limited to 64-bit Windows versions