iStats
MacReal-Time System Monitoring for Mac
Overview
iStats is a lightweight Mac app delivering real-time insights into your system’s performance. Track CPU usage, GPU temperature, battery health, memory consumption, disk space, and fan speeds effortlessly. Its compact interface (menu bar or window) offers quick access without clutter, while customizable widgets prioritize your preferred metrics. Notifications alert you to critical thresholds (e.g., overheating). Ideal for power and casual users, it identifies bottlenecks and issues early, helping keep your Mac smooth. Perfect for monitoring performance on the go or at your desk.
Key Features
- Real-time CPU, GPU, and memory monitoring
- Battery health and cycle count tracking
- Fan speed and temperature alerts
- Customizable menu bar widgets
- Disk space and usage insights
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Intuitive, unobtrusive interface
- ⊕ Comprehensive system metrics
- ⊕ Customizable alerts for critical thresholds
Cons
- ⊖ Requires purchase after free trial
- ⊖ Advanced features locked behind paid version