USB Status Alternatives

USB Status is described as 'Live USB and Thunderbolt diagnostics from the macOS menu bar with real-time speeds, power draw, IDs, searchable device list, and detailed connection info' and is an app in the os & utilities category. There are six alternatives to USB Status for Mac, Linux, Homebrew and Windows. The best USB Status alternative is Connection Information Center. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try MenuBarUSB or usbview. Other great apps like USB Status are DriveInfo, USB Connection Information and ViewPorts.

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  2. MenuBarUSB icon

    MenuBarUSB

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    A very simple and lightweight app that shows your USB connections in the macOS menu bar.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
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  5. DriveInfo icon

    DriveInfo

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    DriveInfo displays Drive indicators & space information on the desktop with many handy features

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. USB Connection Information icon

    USB Connection Information

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    USB Connection Information is the powerful menu bar utility that gives you a live, detailed view of your USB devices and power source.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    USB Connection Information screenshot 1
     
  7. ViewPorts icon

    ViewPorts

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    A macOS menu bar utility that maps every port, device, and power draw on your Mac. Live topology, hub and daisy-chain support, and link speeds — all local, no telemetry.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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