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Glances
nicolargo.github.io/glancesAlso covers linux and python
Glances monitors CPU, memory, processes, network, disk activity, sensors, and containers across platforms.
Alternatives
The Best Glances Alternatives in 2026
9 alternatives1 free · 3 open source
Looking for something like Glances? Here are 9 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 3 are open source.
Glances monitors system activity and is available for GNU/Linux, BSD, macOS, and Windows.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionGlancesGlances monitors CPU, memory, processes, network, disk…Free or freemium optionTwinkle TrayTwinkle Tray adds a system tray control for adjusting…Open source optionbtop4winbtop4win brings the btop++ process and system monitor to…Another optionNvdaNVDA provides screen reading support for Microsoft Windows…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glances | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 2 | Nvda | — | Not stated | Windows |
| 3 | DaltonLens | — | Not stated | iOS, Linux, macOS |
| 4 | btop4win | — | Yes | Windows |
| 5 | NeoHtop | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 6 | Bottom | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | Twinkle Tray | Free | Not stated | Windows |
| 8 | Systeminformer | — | Yes | Windows |
| 9 | HWiNFO | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
All Glances alternatives
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Nvda
github.com/nvaccess/nvdaAlso covers python · same kind of open-source project
NVDA provides screen reading support for Microsoft Windows and is free and open source.
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DaltonLens
daltonlens.orgAlso covers linux and python
DaltonLens offers desktop color filters and color information tools for people with color blindness, alongside technical articles.
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Same kind of open-source project · open source
btop4win brings the btop++ process and system monitor to Windows, according to its project description.
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NeoHtop
abdenasser.github.io/neohtopAlso covers linux
NeoHtop monitors processes, CPU, and memory usage in real time through a desktop system monitor.
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Same kind of open-source project · open source
Monitor system and process information across platforms with Bottom, a graphical system monitor.
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Free
Twinkle Tray adds a system tray control for adjusting brightness across multiple monitors in Windows 10 and 11.
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Open source
System Informer monitors system resources, debugs software, and detects malware.
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HWiNFO
hwinfo.comHWiNFO provides hardware information, real-time system monitoring, and reporting for PC diagnostics.
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Alternatives to similar tools
Systeminformer24 alternativesNeoHtop24 alternativesBottom24 alternativesTwinkle Tray13 alternativesGlances9 alternativesNvda10 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Glances?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Glances are Glances, Nvda, and DaltonLens.
Is there a free alternative to Glances?
Yes. Twinkle Tray is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Glances?
Yes: btop4win, Bottom, and Systeminformer.
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