If your MacBook battery is draining fast, fans spin up often, or it won’t even last 2–3 hours unplugged — you’re not alone.
This problem is especially common on macOS Ventura, Sonoma, and newer Intel/M1/M2/M3 MacBooks.
Some background processes or hidden apps may be silently draining your power.
Here’s a quick way to identify and fix battery-hungry apps using a single Terminal command.
Step 1: Open Terminal
- Press Command (⌘) + Space to open Spotlight Search
- Type Terminal and hit Return
Step 2: Paste This Command
Copy the following line and paste it into Terminal, then press Return:
Loading...What does this command do?
- Identify apps or processes that are secretly draining your battery
- Detect wake events during sleep that reduce standby time
- Spot high-power background tasks like Spotlight, Photos, or cloud sync
- Find real-time battery hogs using live monitoring
- Understand why your Mac is dying faster than it should
It’s ideal when your MacBook loses power quickly, even with minimal usage or the lid closed.
🎉 That’s It — Track and Stop Battery Leaks
You now know which apps or system events are killing your battery — and how to catch them in real time.
No more guessing, no app installs — just raw data from macOS itself.
💡 Tip: Use this weekly, or whenever battery life suddenly drops. Consider disabling Power Nap and background sync if unneeded.
