This compact utility displays real-time CPU, RAM and disk drives usage meters right on the taskbar notification area, or next to the system clock, that is always visible.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
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HWMonitor Alternatives
Apps similar to HWMonitor include HWiNFO (32/64), which is free for personal use. Other options are Libre Hardware Monitor, AIDA64, Open Hardware Monitor and Sidebar Diagnostics. System Information Utilities like HWMonitor are a crowded field, with more than 25 alternatives for Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone.
Alternatives list
Pitikapp provides highly customizable modules to monitor your computer and to interact with it.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
- Android
- iPhone
- iPad
+3
Track Mac fan speed, target speed, minimum and maximum speeds, number of fans, and CPU or GPU temperature in real time from the Notification Center or Menu Bar using a compact widget designed to provide hardware stats without workspace clutter.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (MIT)
Application type
Platforms
- Mac
United States
TechBuddy is a portable Windows PC diagnostic and repair toolkit designed for technicians and power users. Run it directly from a USB drive, no installation required.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
CPU Thermometer is one free CPU temperature monitor; it can help you monitor your computer CPU temperature in live time. Program can start with Windows start-up, and show live CPU temperature in your desktop tray icon, so you get this important system information at a glance.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
WinBar is a free and compact program that lets you monitor your system and provides easy access to frequently used controls. WinBar will run on Windows 2000 and newer operating systems and is available in 32 and 64 bit flavors.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Windows
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- iPhone
- iPad
Czechia
EU
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (MPL-2.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
Germany- EU
+1
PulseMonitor is a free, portable PC health monitor for Windows with a clean dark interface. Monitor your CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, network and temperatures in real time with smooth animated graphs.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (MIT)
Platforms
- Windows
United Kingdom
+3
CoolBook is a tool for the MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro computers. It lets you monitor the frequency, voltage and temperature of the CoreDuo / Core2Duo CPU.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Mac
Sweden- EU
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
- Flathub
28 Camomile alternativesCamomile, developed by Outbyte, is a comprehensive CPU optimization application designed to enhance the performance and longevity of your laptop. It effectively manages system loads, maintaining optimal temperatures to prevent overheating and extend hardware lifespan.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
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