# iStat Menus for Mac

> Your Mac's vital signs, in the menu bar.

CPU, GPU, memory, network, sensors, battery and weather, with beautiful graphs. The gold standard of system monitors.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: Bjango
- Category: Utilities
- Website: https://bjango.com/mac/istatmenus/
- Homebrew cask: istat-menus
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/istat-menus/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask istat-menus
```

## Questions

### How much does iStat Menus cost?

iStat Menus is paid software, bought up front from bjango.com.

### Where can I download iStat Menus for Mac?

Download iStat Menus from the developer's website (bjango.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install iStat Menus from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask istat-menus`.

### What are good alternatives to iStat Menus?

Other utilities apps for Mac worth a look are Bartender 6 (one-time purchase), Ice (open source), Stats (open source) and Amphetamine (free).

## Alternatives in Utilities

- [Bartender 6](https://macworthy.com/apps/bartender-6/): Organize and hide menu bar icons. (One-time purchase)
- [Ice](https://macworthy.com/apps/ice/): A powerful, free menu bar manager. (Open source)
- [Stats](https://macworthy.com/apps/stats/): Free system monitor for the menu bar. (Open source)
- [Amphetamine](https://macworthy.com/apps/amphetamine/): Keep your Mac awake, on your terms. (Free)
- [BrowserBar](https://macworthy.com/apps/browserbar/): Change the default browser from the menu bar, no prompt. (One-time purchase)
- [Mole](https://macworthy.com/apps/mole/): Cleanup, uninstalls and system stats in one window. (One-time purchase)
- [Klack](https://macworthy.com/apps/klack/): Mechanical keyboard sounds for every keystroke. (One-time purchase)
- [MacTools](https://macworthy.com/apps/mactools/): A bundle of system controls in one menu bar item. (Open source)

## Collections

- [Menu bar masters](https://macworthy.com/collections/menu-bar-masters/)

Tags: system monitor, menu bar