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iStats Menus

brew install --cask istat-menus v7.30

Monitor CPU, memory, disk, network, temperature, and battery stats in the macOS menu bar.

Why you might care

iStat Menus provides detailed real-time system monitoring directly in your menu bar without opening a separate window. It's a popular choice for power users and developers who want quick access to hardware metrics and performance data. The app offers extensive customization and historical graphs.

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Alternatives

Activity Monitor Macs Fan Control Stats Monodraw
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