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Astra Monitor vs GKrellM: catalog facts
Astra MonitorGKrellM
Free

Free to install from its public GitHub repository.

Free

Free and open source.

Linux Linux
  • Covers CPU, GPU, memory, storage, network and sensors
  • Always visible in the GNOME panel
  • Many monitors in one compact window
  • Sensor readings with alarms
  • Only works on the GNOME Shell desktop
  • Panel indicators are less detailed than a full monitoring app
  • Sensor support depends on kernel and hardware
  • Old-fashioned look compared with modern widgets
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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