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iGlance vs iStats Menus
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
iGlance
8.0System monitor for the status bar
iStats Menus
8.0System monitoring app
| Metric | iGlance | iStats Menus |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | System Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 23 | 732 |
| 90-day Installs | 90 | 2.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 373 | 9.3K |
| Version | 2.1.0 | 7.20.7 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.5K | — |
| GitHub Forks | 126 | — |
| Open Issues | 38 | — |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Swift | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y 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
iStats Menus
iStats Menus is a comprehensive system monitoring app that provides real-time statistics for CPU, GPU, memory, and disk usage. It offers customizable menu bar displays and alerts, making it ideal for users who need detailed performance tracking.
Displays real-time system statistics in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Real-time monitoring of key system metrics
- + Customizable menu bar display and alerts
- + Comprehensive data on CPU, GPU, memory, and disk usage
- + Regular updates and auto-updates feature
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions
- - Uninstallation process can be problematic