See your USB speeds from the menu bar
Plug in a device. Know instantly.
USB Connection Information lives in your Mac menu bar and shows you exactly what's connected - speeds, power draw, USB-C Power Delivery profiles, and device details - the moment you plug something in.
$4.99 · One-time purchase · No subscription
"Sits in the menu bar and provides the info as soon as any USB is plugged in. Doesn't get in the way, and love that no subscription is required. Totally worth it."
App Store Review"A game changer. I can instantly see everything about my USB devices right from the menu bar."
App Store Review"I didn't know how much I truly needed it until I had it! It instantly shows USB details in the menu bar - simple, clean, and does exactly what I need."
App Store Review"Straightforward, takes out the guesswork, efficient. This app is universally needed - a time saver in my busy day."
App Store ReviewSee USB Connection Information in Action
Real screenshots showing the app's capabilities
Monitor multiple USB devices simultaneously
Detailed device information and connection speeds
Customizable settings and preferences
USB Device Monitoring Features
Connection Speed
Instantly check speeds from 1.5 Mbps to 10 Gbps+
USB Version
See USB 2.0, 2.01, 3.1, and more versions
USB-C PD Profiles
See the full Power Delivery profile of connected USB-C chargers, including voltage and current
Device Info
Vendor & Product ID, Serial Number tracking
Works instantly
See a full list of connected devices the second you plug them in. Know immediately what's connected without digging through system menus.
Automatic identification
Automatically identifies the manufacturer for over 90% of common consumer USB devices.
Customizable menu bar
Show an icon, the speed of your primary device, or a count of all connected peripherals.
Cross-Platform USB Monitoring
macOS
Professional menu bar utilities available on the Mac App Store. Get the complete Connection Information Suite or individual apps.
- Native macOS integration
- Automatic updates
- Professional support
- Complete diagnostic suite
Linux
Open source version for Linux users. Full source code available and community-driven development.
- 100% open source
- Free to use
- Community contributions
- Customizable
No data collected. Period.
USB Connection Information takes your privacy seriously: it does not collect any of your browsing data. Your data is never collected and never leaves your Mac!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a subscription?
No. $4.99 once, yours forever. No recurring charges, no premium tier.
What macOS version is required?
macOS 14 Sonoma or later. Runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Does it work with USB hubs?
Yes. All devices connected through hubs are listed and identified.
What about USB-C and Thunderbolt?
USB-C devices are fully supported, including Power Delivery chargers - you'll see voltage, current, and wattage. Note: Thunderbolt-only devices (those that don't also expose a USB interface) may not appear.
How does device identification work?
The app matches vendor IDs against a built-in database covering over 90% of common consumer USB devices.
Is there a free trial?
The Mac App Store doesn't support trials, but at $4.99 it's a low-risk buy - and 16 ratings averaging 4.8 stars don't lie.
Now on Windows
USB Connection Information is available on Windows, built in Rust for native performance. See exactly what's plugged in, at what speed - right from the system tray.
Know your USB speeds in seconds
Download USB Connection Information and see exactly what's connected, at what speed - right from your menu bar. $4.99, one time.
