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AlDente alternatives
AlDente compared with 4 alternatives: iStat Menus, Stats, CleanMyMac and KeepingYouAwake.
AlDente has a free plan. Paid plans start at $13.99 / year, or $24.99 one-time for a lifetime license. 2 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlDenteThis tool | Free plan · from $13.99/yr | Yes | macOS |
| iStat Menus | Free trial · from $11.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Stats | Free | Free | macOS |
| CleanMyMac | Free trial · from $39.99/yr | Trial only | macOS |
| KeepingYouAwake | Free | Free | macOS |
How each one differs from AlDente
- Free trial · from $11.99 one-time
iStat Menus
System monitor that lives in the Mac menu bar
- iStat Menus starts at $11.99 one-time purchase (Single License), plus local taxes. AlDente starts at $13.99 / year, or $24.99 one-time for a lifetime license.
- AlDente has a free plan. iStat Menus does not, though it has a free trial.
Suits: Mac users who want CPU, memory, network and temperature readings always visible
- Free
Stats
Free, open-source system monitor for the Mac menu bar
- Stats is free. AlDente starts at $13.99 / year, or $24.99 one-time for a lifetime license.
- Stats is open source, according to its own site.
- AlDente can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac users who want system readings in the menu bar without buying a license
- Free trial · from $39.99/yr
CleanMyMac
Mac cleanup, malware removal and maintenance in one app
- CleanMyMac starts at $39.99 / year on the US Mac App Store (MacPaw's site: from $3.33 / month). AlDente starts at $13.99 / year, or $24.99 one-time for a lifetime license.
- AlDente has a free plan. CleanMyMac does not, though it has a free trial.
- CleanMyMac also covers disk cleanup.
Suits: Mac owners who want cleanup, malware scanning and app removal in one app
- Free
KeepingYouAwake
Menu bar utility that stops a Mac from going to sleep
- KeepingYouAwake is free. AlDente starts at $13.99 / year, or $24.99 one-time for a lifetime license.
- KeepingYouAwake is open source, according to its own site.
- AlDente can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- AlDente also covers system monitor.
Suits: Mac users who need the computer to stay awake for a set time
Limits worth knowing in AlDente
- For MacBooks only, on macOS 12 Monterey through macOS 27; the site lists the supported models.
- AlDente Free cannot control charging while the MacBook is asleep or shut down, so it can still charge to 100% with the lid closed.
- AlDente Pro checks its license online at least once every 30 days; after 30 days offline it switches to the free version.
- Prices vary by country through Paddle: the page's own text shows 11,49 € and 23,99 €, and its price feed returns $13.99 and $24.99 for US buyers.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to AlDente?
The alternatives to AlDente in this directory are iStat Menus, Stats, CleanMyMac and KeepingYouAwake. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with AlDente.
Is there a free alternative to AlDente?
Yes. Stats and KeepingYouAwake are free to use.
Is there an open-source alternative to AlDente?
Stats and KeepingYouAwake are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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