Question 1

How to reduce CPU usage of Stats on macOS?

Accepted Answer

Disable inefficient modules like Sensors and Bluetooth in the app settings, as these can increase energy impact by up to 50%, according to the FAQ. This allows you to tailor the app for lower resource consumption while retaining essential monitoring.

Question 2

Stats vs iStat Menus: which is better for system monitoring?

Accepted Answer

Stats is free and open-source with comprehensive features, but iStat Menus is a paid app with more polished UI and potentially better sensor accuracy. For budget-conscious users, Stats is great, but for reliability and advanced features, iStat Menus might be worth the investment.

Question 3

How to change the order of menu bar icons in Stats?

Accepted Answer

Hold down the Command key and drag the icon to the desired position, as explained in the FAQ. Note that macOS controls the order, and it may reset after a reboot, so you might need to reorder it periodically.

Question 4

Why does Stats show incorrect CPU temperature sensors?

Accepted Answer

On Apple Silicon Macs, sensor keys change with new SoCs, and Stats may not accurately match them due to time-consuming reverse engineering. The FAQ admits this limitation, suggesting community help for improvements.

Question 5

Is Stats safe to use with external API calls?

Accepted Answer

Stats uses external APIs for updates and public IP, but you can block these servers with network filtering apps like Little Snitch. However, this disables update checks and public IP display, as per the FAQ, so it's a trade-off between functionality and privacy.

Question 6

What to do if the Stats app crashes?

Accepted Answer

First, ensure you're using the latest version, as fixes are often released. If issues persist, check open GitHub issues before reporting a new one, as duplicates are common and closed without response, per the FAQ on app crashes.

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