mectrics launches open-source macOS system monitor

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mectrics launches open-source macOS system monitor

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mectrics is an open-source macOS menu bar utility built with Swift that monitors CPU, memory, battery, network, disk, GPU, temperature, and fan speeds. Requiring macOS 15 or later, the app features a Compact Health mode that summarizes overall system status into a single unobtrusive menu bar item that alerts users only when metrics exceed defined thresholds.

// ANALYSIS

A clean, open-source alternative to paid macOS system utilities that prioritizes menu bar efficiency and user privacy.

–Compact Health mode minimizes screen clutter while providing actionable notifications for sustained performance spikes.
–Full coverage of system vitals including temperatures, fans, GPU, CPU, and network usage.
–Open-source under the MIT license with zero telemetry or analytics tracking.

// TAGS

macopen-sourcemenu-bar-appssystem-monitorswift

DISCOVERED

1h ago

2026-07-31

PUBLISHED

7h ago

2026-07-31

RELEVANCE

7/ 10

AUTHOR

Faruk KAMÇICI

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