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Freemium

Free to download, with a license available to buy from the developer.

 Paid

Paid app with a free trial download.

macOS macOS
  • Separate modules for CPU, memory, disk, network, battery and more
  • Shows data in the menu bar or Notification Center
  • Keeps historical data rather than only live readings
  • Plain-English insights on throttling, memory pressure and battery drain
  • macOS only
  • GPU module requires an extra helper
  • macOS 14 Sonoma or later only
  • Paid after the trial
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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