ctop
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Description:
Top-like interface for container metrics
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.7.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Devops
Tags: containers monitoring docker terminal devops
Install: brew install ctop
About:
ctop provides a top-like interface for monitoring container metrics in real-time. It offers a concise overview of resource usage and status for Docker and containerd environments. The tool simplifies container management by presenting critical information in an accessible terminal UI.
Key Features:
  • Real-time resource monitoring
  • Support for Docker and containerd
  • Key-based navigation and controls
  • Container inspection and logs
Use Cases:
  • Live monitoring of container CPU and memory usage
  • Quickly identifying and troubleshooting resource-intensive containers
Alternatives:
  • docker stats – Native Docker command, less interactive and feature-rich
  • ctop – Direct alternative, often used interchangeably
License: MIT
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
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