SpeedFan AlternativesTop System Information Utilities and other similar apps like SpeedFan

SpeedFan is described as 'Program that monitors voltages, fan speeds and temperatures in computers and controls the fans if possible' and is a very popular system information utility in the system & hardware category. There are more than 50 alternatives to SpeedFan for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Flathub and Flatpak apps. The best SpeedFan alternative is Libre Hardware Monitor, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SpeedFan are FanControl by Rem0o, iStat Menus, Argus Monitor and MacThrottle.

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  2. FanControl by Rem0o icon

    FanControl by Rem0o

     44 likes

    Fan Control is a focused and highly customizable fan controlling software for Windows. It supports multiple temperature sources in min, max and average configurations, and fan curve functions, including but not limited to, linear, graph, and mix to control a single fan.

    8 FanControl by Rem0o alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main UI.
     
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    FanControl by Rem0o vs SpeedFan Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Allows you to set the speed depending on the temperature in the form of a graph

    • FanControl by Rem0o is Free and ProprietarySpeedFan is also Free and Proprietary
  4. iStat Menus icon

    iStat Menus

     121 likes

    Advanced Mac utility with menubar monitoring for CPU, GPU, memory, disks, network, and sensors, including fan control, S.M.A.R.T status, Bluetooth battery tracking, weather, notifications, and deep customization. Combines multiple stats in a single view while prioritizing privacy.

    80 iStat Menus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    iStat Menus screenshot 1
     
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    iStat Menus vs SpeedFan Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    It is for Apple computers only, Speedfan is not limited to an uncommon platform.

    • iStat Menus is Paid and ProprietarySpeedFan is Free and Proprietary
    • iStat Menus is Privacy focusedSpeedFan is not according to our users
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    TG Pro

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  6. Argus Monitor icon

    Argus Monitor

     14 likes

    Monitoring temperatures and status of system components such as CPU, GPU and hard disk drive, fan speeds

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Argus Monitor: Overview of system temperatures (CPU, GPU, HDD)
     
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    Argus Monitor vs SpeedFan Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    khat17
    0

    Good alternative to SpeedFan. Far more up to date.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    0

    i think it should be free

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Supports more modern hardware, is still regularly updated.

    3 of 8 comments
    • Argus Monitor is Paid and ProprietarySpeedFan is Free and Proprietary
    • Argus Monitor is a Hard Disk Diagnostic SpeedFan is a System Information Utility
  8. MacThrottle icon

    MacThrottle

     15 likes

    Lightweight macOS tool that tracks thermal pressure and throttling, shows real time CPU temperature and fan speed, provides 10-minute history graphs, statistics for thermal states, and customizable notifications, all without requiring administrator privileges.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    MacThrottle screenshot 1
     
  9. Sidebar Diagnostics icon

    Sidebar Diagnostics

     82 likes

    Offers at-a-glance hardware monitoring for CPU, RAM, GPU, network, and drives through a customizable sidebar with alerts, hotkey support, multi-DPI compatibility, an integrated clock, themes, and clear graphical statistics on the Windows desktop.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Discontinued

    The project seems no longer developed. Last version, 3.6.3, released in January 2023, can be still downloaded from Github.

    Sidebar Diagnostics vs SpeedFan Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    16

    Does NOT support fan speed controls.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Does not control fan speeds

    • Sidebar Diagnostics is Free and Open SourceSpeedFan is Free and Proprietary
  10. Core Temp icon

    Core Temp

     62 likes

    Core Temp is a compact, no fuss, small footprint, yet powerful program to monitor processor temperature and other vital information.

    52 Core Temp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Bundleware

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Core Temp screenshot 1
     
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    Bundleware

    The installation may contain adwares. Be careful during the installation:

    Core Temp vs SpeedFan Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    4

    Does not support Managing Fan Speeds

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    you can't control the pc fans

    • Core Temp is Free and ProprietarySpeedFan is also Free and Proprietary
  11. CoreCtrl icon

    CoreCtrl

     17 likes

    CoreCtrl is a Free and Open Source GNU/Linux application that allows you to control with ease your computer hardware using application profiles.

    18 CoreCtrl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    CoreCtrl screenshot 1
     
  12. OMEN Gaming Hub icon

    OMEN Gaming Hub

     5 likes

    Take gaming to the next level with OMEN Gaming Hub, OMEN's dynamic software solution. Optimize your hardware, earn real-life rewards, manage your games, play remotely, and more. Think of it as a rare in-game item that boosts all of your character's stats.

    45 OMEN Gaming Hub alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    OMEN Gaming Hub screenshot 1
     
  13. hwinfo icon

    hwinfo

     13 likes

    hwinfo/libhd are used to probe for the hardware present in the system. It can be used to generate a system overview log which can be later used for support.

    137 hwinfo alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    hwinfo screenshot 1
     
  14. TG Pro icon

    TG Pro

     3 likes

    Monitor and manage all internal Mac temperatures, enhancing longevity by ensuring components remain cool. Supports auto/manual fan speed adjustments and offers comprehensive diagnostics with local or email alerts. Secure and compatible with Macs from 2008 onward.

    20 TG Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    TG Pro screenshot 1
     
  15. Macs Fan Control icon

    Macs Fan Control

     10 likes

    System utility enabling manual control over fan speeds, real-time monitoring of temperatures and RPM, custom preset creation, support for third-party drives and Windows via Boot Camp, noise reduction features, compatibility with T2 chip models, and multilingual options.

    25 Macs Fan Control alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Macs Fan Control screenshot 1
     
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    Macs Fan Control vs SpeedFan Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Great program, clean graphic, light and with the right options. The best

    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    Its free and works just as expected

    • Macs Fan Control is Freemium and ProprietarySpeedFan is Free and Proprietary
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