Macs Fan Control vs smcFanControl
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Macs Fan Control
8.0Controls and monitors all fans on Apple computers
smcFanControl
7.0Sets a minimum speed for built-in fans
| Metric | Macs Fan Control | smcFanControl |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | System Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.3K | 314 |
| 90-day Installs | 3.5K | 998 |
| 365-day Installs | 10.1K | 3.3K |
| Version | 1.5.21 | 2.6 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.4K | 2.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 127 | 303 |
| Open Issues | 193 | 56 |
| License | — | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | — | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4mo ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Macs Fan Control
Macs Fan Control offers precise fan speed control and monitoring for Apple computers, making it ideal for users needing thermal management. It supports a wide range of Mac models and provides detailed temperature readings.
Controls and monitors fans on Apple computers, offering detailed temperature readings and fan speed adjustments.
Pros
- + Precise control over fan speeds and temperatures.
- + Compatibility with a wide range of Apple Mac models.
- + Regular updates and active development.
Cons
- - Unknown license and programming language.
- - Some users may find the interface complex.
smcFanControl
smcFanControl allows users to set custom fan speeds for better cooling on Intel Macs. It's ideal for those needing precise thermal control, offering features like fan monitoring and target speed adjustments. The app is free, open-source, and compatible with many Intel-based Mac models.
Controls fan speeds to help maintain optimal temperatures on Intel Macs.
Pros
- + Customizable fan speed control for better cooling
- + Real-time fan monitoring with temperature tracking
- + Compatible with a wide range of Intel Mac models
- + Free and open-source under GPL-2.0
Cons
- - No auto-update feature requiring manual checks
- - Known issues with newer Mac models like the 2018 MacBook Pro and 16-inch 2019 MacBook Pro
- - High energy usage reported in older macOS versions