iGlance vs Hot
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
iGlance
8.0System monitor for the status bar
Hot
8.0Menu bar application that displays the CPU speed limit due to thermal issues
| Metric | iGlance | Hot |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 23 | 606 |
| 90-day Installs | 90 | 1.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 373 | 5.4K |
| Version | 2.1.0 | 1.9.4 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.5K | 2.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 126 | 109 |
| Open Issues | 38 | 28 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Sep 15, 2025 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
iGlance
iGlance is a compact system monitor that provides real-time metrics for CPU, memory, disk, and network usage directly from the menu bar. It offers a quick glance at system performance, making it ideal for users who want to monitor their Mac's health without opening additional applications.
Displays system performance metrics in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Provides real-time system metrics in an unobtrusive manner
- + Compact design that doesn't clutter the menu bar
- + Customizable to show specific metrics of interest
Cons
- - Some users have reported issues with CPU temperature readings
- - GitHub issues indicate some bugs and feature requests that are pending resolution
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