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HWall vs HWMonitor
Both stand on hardware monitoring software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinux
HWall combines Linux sensor monitoring, hardware inventory, alerting, and export features in read-only interfaces. Its usefulness depends on the running kernel, installed drivers, hardware, and optional helper tools.
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Free plan AndroidWindows
HWMonitor covers a broad set of PC sensors, with a free Windows x86/x64 plan and a separate ARM64 download. Remote monitoring and additional PRO features are available at listed one-time prices.
Visit HWMonitorThe facts
| HWall | HWMonitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux | Android, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | HWMonitor PRO Standard: $19.95, paid once |
| Plans published | None | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | cpuid.com |
| On hardware monitoring software | #41 of 59 | #26 of 59 |
HWall: what it does well
- Free Linux application
- GTK 4 and terminal interfaces
- Per-sensor warning and critical alerts
- Broad hardware inventory coverage
- CSV and JSON Lines exports
What to know first
- Hardware support depends on kernel and drivers
- Optional helpers are needed for some readings
- Very short intervals can consume substantial resources
- Accuracy and compatibility are not guaranteed
HWMonitor: what it does well
- Reads temperatures, voltages, power, and fan speeds.
- Windows release offers installer and ZIP downloads.
- Separate Windows ARM64 download is listed.
- CSV logging is listed as a feature.
- PRO can monitor remote PCs and Android devices.
What to know first
- Free HWMonitor plan is for Windows x86/x64.
- Android remote connections require local Wi-Fi.
- Android monitoring is limited to 10 devices.
- PRO Standard costs $19.95, paid once.
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