whyfi ☆
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Description:
Menu bar Wi-Fi monitor and diagnostics app
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.3.3,18@0  |  Tracked Since: Jan 27, 2026
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: wifi network-monitor diagnostics menu-bar macos system-utility
Install: brew install --cask whyfi
About:
Whyfi is a macOS menu bar application that provides real-time monitoring and diagnostics for your Wi-Fi connection. It displays key metrics like signal strength, noise, and data rate, helping users quickly identify and troubleshoot network issues. Its primary value is offering detailed, at-a-glance network insights without needing to open System Preferences or terminal commands.
Key Features:
  • Real-time Wi-Fi signal and noise monitoring
  • Menu bar display for at-a-glance connection health
  • Detailed diagnostic information (channel, data rate, RSSI)
  • Historical graph of signal strength over time
  • Quick access to network scanner and connection details
Use Cases:
  • Diagnosing intermittent Wi-Fi dropouts or slow speeds
  • Optimizing router placement by monitoring real-time signal strength
  • Quickly checking network health without opening system settings
Alternatives:
  • iStumbler – More feature-rich wireless discovery tool, but not a lightweight menu bar monitor.
  • WiFi Explorer – Professional-grade Wi-Fi scanner with deeper analysis, less focused on simple menu bar monitoring.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Apr 2, 2026 8:30am 1.3.3,18 0 VERSION_BUMP 6ec1ba22
Mar 31, 2026 5:09pm 1.3.2,17 0 VERSION_BUMP af9002bf
Mar 31, 2026 11:09am 1.3.1,16 0 VERSION_BUMP 3397ba4c
Mar 25, 2026 11:17am 1.3.0,15 0 VERSION_BUMP ba2f3c72
Feb 6, 2026 10:35am 1.2.2,14 0 VERSION_BUMP 45f918aa
Feb 4, 2026 9:37am 1.2.1,13 0 VERSION_BUMP 8d138a71
Jan 30, 2026 10:42am 1.2.0,12 0 VERSION_BUMP 334551db
Jan 27, 2026 11:37am 1.1.2,11 0 VERSION_BUMP ff4734bd
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