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MacMetra vs Window Hints

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MacMetra compared with Window Hints
DetailMacMetra logo MacMetraWindow Hints logo Window Hints
What it doesMac menu bar system monitor showing CPU, memory, storage, thermal state and power Keyboard-first window switching
StageNot given Not given
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Based inRO Not given
Pricing modelFree trial Freemium
PricingFree download with 7-day free trial, then Full Unlock one-time In-App Purchase priced by the App Store in your local currency Free trial available (reminder every 40 activations), $7 one-time purchase, or $15 per month. No subscription or account required, and every future update is included.
Key features
  • CPU load with ring display split into user, system and idle
  • Memory usage in gigabytes with memory pressure indicator
  • Thermal state monitoring with Good, Fair, High, Max status
  • Storage space available on startup disk as figure and bar
  • Power status with charge level and time to full charge
  • Real-time menu bar updates every second
  • Dashboard accessible with one click from menu bar
  • Customizable menu bar item order and visibility
  • Suspends sampling when displays are asleep
  • No data collection or external communication
  • Support for visible windows and multiple displays
  • Mission Control integration
  • Stage Manager support
  • Ghostty Splits support
  • Chrome Split View support
  • No account or subscription required
  • All future updates included
What makes it different
  • Privacy-first design with no data collection or sensors read
  • Lightweight single app with no helper tools or kernel extensions
  • One-time purchase model with no recurring billing or subscription
  • Native Swift app for macOS 14+ running on Apple silicon and Intel
  • Keyboard-first design keeps hands on the keyboard
  • Jump to windows without using a mouse
  • Simple letter-based navigation system
  • One-time purchase option available
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet no change since last check8 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)30
Citation Flow (Majestic)1917
Referring domains (Majestic)220

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