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PingMenu
pingmenu · v1.3,2 • deprecated
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6.0
Utility that shows the current network latency in the menu bar
brew install --cask pingmenu -
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026PingMenu is a utility that displays network latency in the menu bar, offering real-time monitoring for users who rely on stable internet connections. It provides a quick glance at network performance, making it ideal for developers, gamers, and anyone concerned with internet speed.
Displays current network latency in the menu bar for quick monitoring.
Maturity: The project has moderate activity, with the last commit in 2022, indicating limited recent updates.
Community: No direct community discussion found on HN or Reddit related to PingMenu.
Pros
- + Convenient menu bar integration for real-time latency monitoring
- + Customizable display options for different network conditions
- + Simple and efficient for users needing network performance insights
Cons
- - No auto-updates, requiring manual checks for new versions
- - Open issues regarding memory leak and potential compatibility concerns
- - Unclear licensing terms affecting user rights and software reliability
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