pingmenu ☆
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Description:
Utility that shows the current network latency in the menu bar
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.3,2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: networking monitoring latency menu-bar utility
Install: brew install --cask pingmenu
About:
PingMenu is a lightweight utility that continuously monitors network latency by pinging a specified host. It displays the current ping time directly in the macOS menu bar, providing real-time visibility into connection quality. This tool is ideal for users who need to quickly assess network stability without opening a terminal.
Key Features:
  • Real-time latency display in the menu bar
  • Configurable ping target and interval
  • Low system resource usage
  • Visual indicators for network quality
Use Cases:
  • Monitoring home internet connection stability for remote work
  • Diagnosing latency issues in online gaming or video calls
  • Quickly checking server response times from a desktop interface
Alternatives:
  • mtop – Terminal-based alternative, lacks GUI/menu bar integration
  • Network Utility (built-in) – Provides ping but not continuous monitoring in menu bar
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 28, 2023 5:29pm 1.3,2 0 VERSION_BUMP 5d3502ae
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