iStat Menus
MacReal-time system monitoring in your Mac's menu bar
Overview
iStat Menus is a premium system monitoring tool for Mac that delivers real-time performance stats directly to your menu bar. Track CPU, GPU, memory, disk usage, network activity, battery health, temperature sensors, and fan speeds with customizable widgets. It offers detailed insights into process activity, historical data via dropdowns, and adjustable refresh rates. Power users and developers rely on it to monitor their Mac’s health and performance without cluttering the desktop, with options to hide or show specific metrics based on needs.
Key Features
- Real-time CPU, GPU, memory, and disk monitoring
- Customizable menu bar widgets for preferred metrics
- Temperature sensor and fan speed tracking
- Network bandwidth and activity stats
- Battery health and usage analytics
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Unobtrusive menu bar integration
- ⊕ Highly customizable to focus on relevant data
- ⊕ Detailed historical performance data
- ⊕ Supports M-series and Intel Macs
Cons
- ⊖ No free version (premium price point)
- ⊖ Overwhelming for casual users due to extensive metrics