Vitals 

Vitals 

A Mac activity monitor that thinks in apps, not processes

280upvotes
Launched September 28, 2026

About Vitals 

Vitals  is a Mac activity monitor designed for developers, power users, and system administrators who need a clearer view of their system's health. Unlike traditional activity monitors that display thousands of processes, Vitals intelligently groups related processes by the app that launched them, providing a simplified and more meaningful overview. It tracks key metrics such as memory, CPU, energy, disk, and network usage, while also monitoring temperatures, fans, and battery status. Users can keep 30 days of historical data, receive alerts for misbehaving apps, and identify forgotten development servers, making it an invaluable tool for troubleshooting and system optimization. Its customizable menu bar interface allows users to arrange readouts to suit their workflow, all with a one-time payment and no need for accounts or subscriptions. Vitals stands out for its focus on app-level insights and user-friendly design, making complex system data accessible and actionable.

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Pros

  • ✓Simplifies process management by grouping related processes under their parent app
  • ✓Provides comprehensive system metrics including temperature, fans, and battery health
  • ✓Keeps 30 days of historical data for trend analysis
  • ✓Customizable menu bar interface for quick access
  • ✓One-time payment with no subscription or account required

Cons

  • ✗Limited information on advanced customization options
  • ✗Potentially less detailed than traditional process-specific monitors
  • ✗No free trial or demo mentioned

Use Cases

1Monitoring app performance and resource usage during development
2Troubleshooting system slowdowns caused by specific applications
3Identifying misbehaving or resource-heavy apps in real-time
4Keeping track of system health metrics over time for maintenance
5Detecting forgotten development servers or background processes
6Managing energy consumption and optimizing battery life

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Quick Info

Upvotes280
Comments33
Launched9/28/2026

Topics

MacDeveloper ToolsMenu Bar Apps

Makers

Atta 🐬

Atta 🐬

@attacomsian

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