FannyWidget vs MenuBar Stats
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
FannyWidget
6.0Notification Center widget and menu bar application to monitor fans
MenuBar Stats
7.0System monitor with temperature & fans plugins
| Metric | FannyWidget | MenuBar Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 71 | 43 |
| 90-day Installs | 171 | 133 |
| 365-day Installs | 632 | 529 |
| Version | 2.3.0 | 3.9 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.4K | — |
| GitHub Forks | 102 | — |
| Open Issues | 37 | — |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | Swift | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6y ago | — |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
FannyWidget
FannyWidget is a Notification Center widget and menu bar app that monitors fan speeds and temperatures, providing real-time insights into your Mac's thermal health. It's ideal for users looking to optimize their system's performance and longevity.
Monitors fan speeds and temperatures, displaying data in the Notification Center and menu bar.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under MIT license.
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS Notification Center and menu bar.
- + Provides real-time monitoring of fan speeds and temperatures.
Cons
- - Does not support M1 Macs, with open issues unresolved.
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates.
MenuBar Stats
MenuBar Stats is a convenient system monitor that displays real-time temperature and fan speed data directly in the menu bar. It’s ideal for users who want quick access to hardware monitoring without opening a separate application.
MenuBar Stats monitors and displays system temperature and fan speed in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Convenient menu bar integration for quick access to system stats
- + Supports temperature and fan speed monitoring through plugins
- + Auto-updates ensure the app stays current
Cons
- - Limited to temperature and fan monitoring
- - No significant community traction or discussions