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SpeedFan alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded SpeedFan alternative is HWiNFO (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
SpeedFan compared with 5 alternatives: Fan Control, HWiNFO, Core Temp, CPU-Z and Macs Fan Control.
SpeedFan is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpeedFanThis tool | Free | Free | Windows |
| Fan Control | Free | Free | Windows |
| HWiNFO | Free | Free | Windows |
| Core Temp | Free plan · from $25 | Yes | Windows |
| CPU-Z | Free | Free | Windows |
| Macs Fan Control | Free plan · from $14.95 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows |
Price against what you get
SpeedFan has no paid plan and scores 1.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Fan Control, HWiNFO and CPU-Z score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from SpeedFan
Fan Control
Free fan curve controller for Windows PCs
- Fan Control is free.
Suits: Windows builders who want to tune fan noise against temperature
HWiNFO
Windows hardware information and real-time sensor monitoring
- HWiNFO is free.
- HWiNFO also covers reports.
- HWiNFO does not cover workflow automation, which SpeedFan does.
Suits: Checking temperatures and loads on a PC while it runs
Core Temp
Per-core CPU temperature monitor for Windows PCs
- Core Temp starts at $25 per machine (commercial license).
- Core Temp also covers reports.
- Core Temp does not cover workflow automation, which SpeedFan does.
Suits: Checking CPU core temperatures on a Windows PC
CPU-Z
Free Windows tool that lists CPU, mainboard and memory details
- CPU-Z is free.
- CPU-Z also covers reports.
- CPU-Z does not cover workflow automation, which SpeedFan does.
Suits: Identifying exactly which CPU, board and RAM a PC has
Macs Fan Control
Free Mac fan monitor with custom speeds and presets in Pro
- Macs Fan Control starts at $14.95 one-time, per Mac.
- Macs Fan Control also lists a macOS app.
- Macs Fan Control can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Macs Fan Control also covers menu bar app.
- Macs Fan Control does not cover workflow automation, which SpeedFan does.
Suits: Older MacBooks or iMacs that run hot or loud
Limits worth knowing in SpeedFan
- Windows only; the page lists versions from Windows 9x through Windows 10 and Server 2012 and does not mention Windows 11.
- The vendor's site shows 4.52 with a copyright of 2000-2020, so support for newer hardware may be limited.
- Fan control works only with hardware monitor chips it supports.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to SpeedFan?
The alternatives to SpeedFan in this directory are Fan Control, HWiNFO, Core Temp, CPU-Z and Macs Fan Control. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with SpeedFan.
Is there a free alternative to SpeedFan?
Yes. Fan Control, HWiNFO and CPU-Z are free to use. Core Temp and Macs Fan Control have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which SpeedFan alternatives work on macOS?
The SpeedFan listing does not include a macOS app. Macs Fan Control lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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