OPEN-SOURCE PICK · FREE
Stats for Mac
System monitor in the menu bar
- Menu bar
- System & monitoring
- Open source · MIT
- Free
- ★ 42.3k on GitHub
Stats is a free, open-source system monitor that puts CPU, GPU, memory, disk, network, battery and sensor readings in your Mac menu bar, so you always know what is slowing your Mac down.
Key features
EVERYTHING IN THE MENU BAR
CPU, GPU, RAM, disk, network, battery, fans and sensors as small menu bar widgets.
PICK ONLY WHAT YOU NEED
Turn modules and widgets on or off to keep your menu bar clean.
REMOTE MONITORING
An optional Remote module can stream metrics to your account from a Mac you reach over SSH.
Who Stats is for
- Anyone who wants to see why the fan is spinning
- Developers watching memory during builds
- People replacing a paid menu bar monitor
Install
With Homebrew:
Or use the Download button above and drag the app to your Applications folder.
Requirements: macOS 12 Monterey and newer. On macOS 26, allow Stats under System Settings → Menu Bar if its icons do not appear.
A free alternative to iStat Menus and Activity Monitor
People often look for Stats when they want what iStat Menus or Activity Monitor does without paying. Stats is free and its source code is public, so you can see exactly what it does on your Mac.
FAQ
Is Stats free?
Yes, free and open source under the MIT license.
How do I install it?
Download Stats.dmg from GitHub or run brew install stats.
Stats is made by exelban, not by OneClickTool. We list it because we use it and recommend it; we are not paid to. Details checked against its README on 2026-10-07.