Better Resource Monitor
Open-source lightweight macOS menu bar monitor for CPU, memory, storage, GPU and network.
Free - Free (MIT licensed). Available on the Mac App Store and via GitHub Releases.
About Better Resource Monitor
Better Resource Monitor is a free, open-source macOS menu bar app that keeps CPU, memory, storage, GPU and network usage visible at a glance. It’s lightweight, sandboxed, runs on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs (macOS 13+), works offline, requires no admin/root helper, and collects no telemetry. Distributed under the MIT license via the Mac App Store and GitHub Releases. Ideal for users who want a low-noise alternative to deeper tools like iStat Menus.
Key Features
- Live menu-bar monitoring of CPU, memory, storage, GPU and network usage
- Lightweight, low-overhead app with no telemetry
- Runs on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs (requires macOS 13+)
- Sandboxed, offline-capable; does not require admin/root helper
- Open-source (MIT) and available via Mac App Store and GitHub Releases
Who is this for?
Mac users (Intel & Apple Silicon) who want a lightweight, privacy-focused menu bar resource monitor—everyday users, power users, and those seeking an iStat Menus alternative.
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FreeFree (MIT licensed). Available on the Mac App Store and via GitHub Releases.
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