Oversee desktop's performance

TrafficMonitor is a computer utility that allows you to view in real-time your network speed as well as memory and computer usage. Developed by zhongyang219, it is a lightweight solution that supports functions of display in the taskbar, change skin, and historical traffic statistics.

This is a completely free and open-source project that you can download on any compatible Windows desktop. On top of that, it is an unobtrusive tool that can keep track of your PC's overall resources. TrafficMonitor is a great alternative to paid monitoring services such as NetWorx, Datadog, and DU Meter.

Monitor in a minimalist floating window

TrafficMonitor is packed in a simple user interface that has the capability to permanently display the upload and download speeds of your computer. You also have the option to place additional valuable information such as the CPU and memory usage from the context menu. It can be moved on any part of your desktop. You can even change its icon for much easier recognition.

This software solution is highly customizable and it offers tons of options for you to freely tweak to get your desired settings. You can make it more visible or unobtrusive depending on your preference. On top of that, you can also change its font, text color, display text, the appearance of CPU and Memory, align values, number of digits, or separation of value and unit with space.

In addition, it is capable to store information that can be accessed whenever you want to troubleshoot, diagnose or investigate if something is wrong with your computer system's performance. It is a useful solution that can help you stay on top of your desktop's current condition. From placing the information to tweaking small details, almost everything can be processed with ease.

Stay on top of your PC performance

TrafficMonitor is a highly recommended tool to keep a close eye on your network connection, CPU and RAM usage as well as performance. It offers a user-friendly interface that is unobtrusive and sits quietly on your system tray. Aside from that, it is capable to store information that can be accessed when needed. Moreover, it is packed with customizable options that you can tweak as much as you want. 

  • Pros

    • User-friendly interface
    • Keep track of network connection, CPU and RAM usage
    • Free and unobtrusive
    • Highly-customizable
  • Cons

    • Some skins are unusable
 0/3

App specs

  • License

    Free

  • Version

    1.85.1
  • Latest update

  • Platform

    Windows

  • OS

    Windows 11

  • Downloads

    27.7K

    Last month's downloads

    • 1.3K
  • Size

    1.31 MB

  • Developer

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TrafficMonitor for PC

  • Free
  • 5
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  • 27.7K
  • V1.85.1

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