smcFanControl vs Core Temp : Which is Better?

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smcFanControl

mcFanControl controls the fans of every Intel Mac to make it run cooler. Developed by Hendrik Holtmann

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X

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Core Temp

Core Temp is a compact, no fuss, small footprint, yet powerful program to monitor processor temperature and other vital information. Developed by Arthur Liberman

License: Free

Apps available for Windows Warning

smcFanControl VS Core Temp Feature comparision

Feature smcFanControl Core Temp
Fan speed control
Picture sharing
Temperature Monitoring
Hardware Monitoring
Portable
Voltage monitoring
Overclock
Sits in the MenuBar
Real-time monitoring
System Info
CPU temperature
Automated speed adjustments
Desktop Environment
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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