Hot vs FannyWidget

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Hot

8.0

Utilities

Menu bar application that displays the CPU speed limit due to thermal issues

FannyWidget

6.0

System Tools

Notification Center widget and menu bar application to monitor fans

Metric	Hot	FannyWidget
Category	Utilities	System Tools
AI Score	8.0	6.0
30-day Installs	606	71
90-day Installs	1.6K	171
365-day Installs	5.4K	632
Version	1.9.4	2.3.0
Auto-updates	Yes	No
Deprecated	No	No
GitHub Stars	2.9K	1.4K
GitHub Forks	109	102
Open Issues	28	37
License	MIT	MIT
Language	Swift	Swift
Last GitHub Commit	1y ago	6y ago
First Seen	Aug 9, 2023	Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Hot

Hot is a unique menu bar application that monitors and alerts users about CPU thermal throttling, helping prevent performance issues and potential hardware damage. It provides real-time insights into CPU speed limits due to thermal constraints, making it ideal for users concerned about system performance under stress.

Hot displays the CPU speed limit caused by thermal issues in the menu bar.

Pros

+ Provides real-time monitoring of CPU thermal throttling
+ Alerts users to potential performance issues
+ Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with macOS menu bar

Cons

- Occasional inaccuracies in temperature readings
- Some open issues remain unresolved

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.

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