peakhour ☆
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Description:
Network bandwidth and network quality visualiser
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.1.17@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: networking monitoring bandwidth utility menu-bar
Install: brew install --cask peakhour
About:
PeakHour is a network monitoring utility that visualizes real-time bandwidth usage and network quality directly in the menu bar. It provides detailed graphs and metrics for your internet connection, helping you identify usage spikes and connectivity issues instantly. The tool is essential for diagnosing slow internet speeds and managing data caps across your local network.
Key Features:
  • Real-time bandwidth monitoring in the menu bar
  • Detailed historical graphs and usage statistics
  • Network quality diagnostics and alerts
  • Support for multiple network interfaces
Use Cases:
  • Monitoring internet usage to avoid exceeding data caps
  • Diagnosing network slowdowns and connectivity issues
  • Tracking bandwidth usage for specific applications
Alternatives:
  • iStat Menus – More comprehensive system monitor, but PeakHour is focused specifically on network visualization
  • nload – Command-line alternative without GUI or menu bar integration
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 6, 2024 10:19am 4.1.17 0 VERSION_BUMP 204b6164
Nov 4, 2023 1:16am 4.1.16 0 VERSION_BUMP 3a3103c3
Oct 28, 2023 5:50pm 4.1.15 0 VERSION_BUMP 9b844b46
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