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radar · v2.6.12 • auto-updates
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8.0
Check important metrics from the menubar
brew install --cask radar 19
30-day installs
58
90-day installs
154
365-day installs
Install trend
Trust Score 4/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2.6.122mo ago2.6.11→2.6.12
2mo ago2.6.10→2.6.11
Review
Mar 11, 2026Radar provides a convenient menubar interface for monitoring important system metrics, making it ideal for developers, sysadmins, and anyone needing quick access to system insights.
Monitors and displays key system metrics in the menubar for quick access.
Maturity: The project is active with strong community support, though some open issues remain.
Community: Hacker News mentions highlight its utility for monitoring and radar-related applications, showing community interest.
Pros
- + Convenient menubar integration for quick access to metrics
- + Real-time monitoring capabilities
- + Auto-updates ensure the app stays current
Cons
- - GitHub description is in Chinese, potentially confusing for English speakers
- - Java-based, which may impact performance compared to native apps
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown
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