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Core Temp

Freemium#21 of 59 in Hardware Monitoring Software

Core Temp: A focused Windows monitor for per-core temperatures, processor load, power data, and logging. Ranked #21 of 59 in Hardware Monitoring Software by our editors (6.8/10); pricing: Free plan; best for windows CPU temperature monitoring.

6.8/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.8 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Windows CPU temperature monitoring
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
$6/device one-time
Remote monitoring
Yes
Facts checked
24 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Per-core temperature, load, frequency, TDP, and power readings
- Free personal-use edition with logging, plugins, and remote monitoring
- Supports Intel, AMD, and VIA x86 processors
Where it doesn't
- Windows desktop application only
- Commercial license is priced per physical machine
- Coverage is centered on processor data rather than broad hardware monitoring

Our verdict on Core Temp

Core Temp is a Windows hardware-monitoring utility for viewing processor Digital Thermal Sensor data in real time. It is aimed at people who need clear per-core CPU temperatures, processor information, and related readings such as load, frequency, TDP, and power where supported. The system-tray display keeps readings accessible during normal desktop use, while logging provides a way to record measurements over time. Support for recent Intel, AMD, and VIA x86 processors gives it a focused role for Windows users tracking CPU behavior rather than managing an entire hardware inventory.

Its ecosystem extends beyond the main desktop application. Core Temp plug-ins add an extension path, and the shared-memory interface allows companion applications to read monitoring data. Remote monitoring is available through the Core Temp Remote Server plug-in and companion clients, while Core Temp Gadget and CoreTempMC provide additional ways to surface information. Windows Event Log reporting covers overheat protection events, and system-tray notifications provide another alert channel. These options suit users who want to connect processor readings to a Windows-based desktop or monitoring setup without moving to a broader platform.

Pricing is straightforward: Personal use is free, and the plan is a Windows desktop application. The Commercial license costs $25 USD per physical machine as a one-time purchase, with one license required per physical machine and volume pricing available. That structure makes Core Temp a practical fit for personal monitoring and small commercial deployments focused on CPU conditions. It is less suitable for teams seeking cross-platform coverage or a wider view of storage, memory, graphics, and other hardware categories. Choose it when processor temperature visibility is the priority; consider a broader hardware-monitoring product when system-wide coverage matters more than CPU detail.

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Core Temp pricing

Plans Free planFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices checked 24 Sep 2026.

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Core Temp fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	$6/device one-time
Supported platforms	Windows; Android companion app
Remote monitoring	Yes
Monitored device limit	Not verified
Sensor history	Not verified
Alert channels	Not verified
Custom sensor support	No
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Windows, Android
Support	Community
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	alcpu.com
Facts checked	24 Sep 2026

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