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Usage

Usage

System activity monitor for Mac and iPhone

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Overview

What it is

The monitoring app you all deserve!

Intent

I need it when

Customize system monitoring display to match personal workflow and aesthetic preferences

Usage offers extensive customization: users can select individual monitoring components for the menu bar, choose graph colors and types, set refresh rates, and configure the app's behavior. Beautiful widgets provide instant insights, and the interface matches Apple's design language.

Monitor system health with privacy assurance and minimal performance overhead

Usage is designed as a privacy-first, lightweight app that never tracks or shares device activity data. It stores all monitoring data locally and syncs only via iCloud, making it suitable for users concerned about data privacy. The app is optimized to be CPU-friendly and does not drain battery.

Track device performance across Mac, iPhone, and iPad with synchronized data

Usage syncs monitoring data via iCloud across all Apple devices, allowing users to view system activity on any device. This is particularly useful for developers and power users who work across multiple Apple platforms and need consistent performance insights.

Access advanced system diagnostics (temperature, fan speed, GPU usage, process-level details) without using Apple's Activity Monitor

Usage Pro unlocks processor temperature, fan monitoring, graphics card usage, and detailed process tracking. The optional Helper app (notarized by Apple) bypasses Mac App Store sandboxing to fetch additional system sensors, providing deeper diagnostics than the free tier.

Monitor CPU, memory, disk, and network usage in real time without cluttering the desktop

Usage provides a lightweight, customizable menu bar widget with 40+ configurable components that display system metrics at a glance. Users can select exactly which stats to show (CPU, RAM, disk, network, battery, temperature, fans) and choose graph type and refresh rate, keeping the desktop clean while maintaining instant visibility.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User needs Windows system monitoring—Usage is macOS, iOS, and iPadOS only
  • User requires real-time alerts or notifications for threshold breaches—no evidence of alerting capability
  • User needs historical data export or reporting for compliance—product focuses on real-time monitoring display
  • User operates non-Apple devices or heterogeneous device environments
  • User requires advanced performance tuning or optimization recommendations beyond monitoring
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Pricing

Freemium with optional Pro upgrade. Free tier includes basic monitoring. Pro available as yearly subscription ($7.99–$13.99) or one-time purchase ($14.99–$29.99). Lifetime subscription option mentioned in user review ($25 for Mac, +$10 for iOS). View pricing