Building a macOS App to Monitor and Control Network Usage – What Features Would You Love to See?
Hey everyone! 👋
I’m working on a new app to help users monitor and control their network usage, and I’d love your feedback.
Why?
TripMode is great, but I feel there’s room for improvement. Glasswire not available on Mac. I want to build a tool that’s more intuitive, feature-rich, and affordable.
What’s the Plan?
The app will focus on:
- Real-Time Network Monitoring: See which apps are using your bandwidth.
- Bandwidth Throttling: Limit specific apps (e.g., “Dropbox can only use 1 Mbps”).
- Privacy Features: Block trackers and suspicious connections.
- Pricing: Thinking of open source, but will love your feedback.
But I need your help!
- What do you love/hate about TripMode or similar tools?
- What features would make you switch to a new app?
- Would you prefer a one-time purchase or a freemium model?
Some Ideas I’m Considering:
- AI-Powered Insights: Automatically detect and block data-hogging apps.
- Custom Profiles: Set rules for different scenarios (e.g., work, streaming, gaming).
- Open-Source Core: Build trust by making the monitoring engine open-source.
Let me know:
- Would you use this app?
- What’s the one feature you’d absolutely need?
- Any other suggestions or pain points I should address?
Thanks in advance for your input!