lshw (Hardware Lister) is a small tool to provide detailed information on the hardware configuration of the machine. It can report exact memory configuration, firmware version, mainboard configuration, CPU version and speed, cache configuration, bus speed, etc. Developed by Lyonel Vincent
License: Open Source
Belarc Advisor offers a comprehensive overview of system information, including software licenses and security assessments, making it suitable for detailed audits. In contrast, Hardware Lister is a lightweight, portable tool focused on hardware details, ideal for quick assessments without installation.