Glances
8.0#2 in process monitoring softwareFree planFree planAndroidWebAPILinux
VisitGlances vs NVTOP
What both publish
| Fact | Glances | NVTOP |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | The documented installation paths include pip, pipx, uvx, operating-system packages, and optional extras such as web or all. | The project documents installation through Linux distribution packages, AppImage, Snap, Conda-forge, Docker, and source builds. |
| License | Glances is distributed under the GNU LGPL version 3, expressed on PyPI as LGPL-3.0-only. | NVTOP is licensed under GPLv3 or any later version. |
| Remote monitoring | Client/server mode supports monitoring a remote host through the terminal, web UI, or APIs. | No |
Glances plans
- GlancesFree
- Open-source GlancesFree
NVTOP plans
- NVTOPFree
Pick Glances if…
Glances suits users who want system and process monitoring across Linux, macOS, Windows, Android, and other listed platforms. It is useful for remote monitoring or exporting statistics, provided they account for its Python requirement and optional dependencies.
Pick NVTOP if…
NVTOP suits people who need a command-line view of GPU or accelerator activity on supported systems. Linux users have the broadest stated platform support; Apple users should note the limited, build-specific status of Metal support.