GKrellM
5.9#15 in desktop widget softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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SAWAS Dashboard
6.7#4 in desktop widget softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebWindows
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| Fact | GKrellM | SAWAS Dashboard |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | GKrellM is a single process stack of system monitors that supports themes matching a window manager, GTK, or another theme. | SAWAS Dashboard is a modular desktop widget that stays visible behind normal windows and combines clock, system, network, notes, favorites and support link modules. |
| Requirements | GKrellM requires GTK, GDK, and GLib; the gkrellmd server requires GLib and can be installed without GTK or X libraries. | The FAQ lists Windows 11, Python 3.10 or newer, PyQt5 and psutil, and says the installation uses less than 100 MB of disk space. |
| Support | The page invites users to email Bill Wilson with questions or suggestions. | For startup troubleshooting, the maker directs users to run start_debug.bat and email the resulting output. |
| System monitoring | Built-in monitors include CPU, processes, disks, network interfaces, memory, swap, filesystems, uptime, and internet connections. | The system module displays live CPU and RAM usage, and the network module shows real-time download and upload rates. |
GKrellM plans
- GKrellMFree
SAWAS Dashboard plans
- FreeFree
Pick GKrellM if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick SAWAS Dashboard if…
SAWAS Dashboard may suit Windows users who want system and network readings, notes, and browser favorites visible on their desktop. It also supports users who want to add Python modules or keep dashboard data on their PC.