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GKrellM vs Conky: catalog facts
GKrellM	Conky
Free Free and open source.	Free Free and open source. Hosting, hardware and any external services are separate.
Linux	Linux
Many monitors in one compact window Sensor readings with alarms	Shows resource and system statistics Supports custom layouts and script output
Sensor support depends on kernel and hardware Old-fashioned look compared with modern widgets	Useful configurations often require editing text files.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: GPL-3.0
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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