RunCat
A menu bar cat that runs with your CPU.
RunCat visualizes CPU activity through a running cat in the macOS menu bar.
Visit official source ↗Source reviewed 2026-10-25. Check the developer’s current requirements.Meet RunCat
RunCat turns a small part of the macOS menu bar into an animated activity indicator. A running character changes pace with CPU usage.
It offers a compact way to give a system indicator some personality.
What you can do
Activity with character
The animation speed reflects CPU activity.
A menu-bar home
The character stays in the menu bar rather than roaming across application windows.
A good fit if you…
- You like a compact companion that also communicates system activity.
Getting started
Follow the macOS download link from the official RunCat site.
Review the supported macOS versions and the available display options.
Things to know
- This entry describes the macOS product. Windows implementations are separate projects; memory use and click-through have not been measured here.
Will it fit your setup?
Desktop Pets details
- Lives on
- Menu Bar
- Click-through
- Not confirmed
- Measured RAM
- Not measured
Before you bring them home
This listing covers the macOS product. Windows implementations are separate projects. Not a notch pet.
Unknown specifications are marked as not confirmed. Review the developer’s requirements, privacy terms, and current pricing before choosing your companion.
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