A command-line system monitoring tool that displays and graphs system stats, inspired by top.
tiptop is a command-line system monitoring tool that displays real-time system statistics like CPU, memory, and network usage, and graphs them for visual analysis. It is inspired by the classic top utility but adds graphical visualization and cross-platform support. The tool helps developers and system administrators quickly monitor system performance directly from the terminal.
System administrators, DevOps engineers, and developers who need to monitor system performance via the command line, especially those working across multiple operating systems.
tiptop offers a modern, visually intuitive alternative to traditional monitoring tools by graphing system metrics in real-time, providing cross-platform compatibility, and leveraging the Textual library for a responsive terminal interface.
:desktop_computer: Command-line system monitoring
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Integrates real-time graphs for CPU, memory, and network usage, making trend analysis easier than text-only tools like top.
Works on Linux, macOS, and Windows using psutil, unlike many monitoring tools that are OS-specific.
Leverages the Textual library for a clean, responsive layout that adapts well to different terminal sizes.
Installable via pip with a single command and runs immediately, offering a straightforward monitoring experience.
Lacks advanced capabilities such as interactive process control, detailed per-process stats, or configurable columns, which are common in alternatives like htop.
Requires Python and external libraries, which may not be ideal for systems without Python or where deployment simplicity is critical.
As a Python application with graphical rendering, it consumes more CPU and memory than lightweight native tools, potentially affecting performance on constrained systems.