BetterMouse alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave BetterMouse: paid, unlike free tools such as Mos and LinearMouse, and can conflict with Logitech's own apps, which need removing. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces BetterMouse, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Mos currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best BetterMouse alternative for most people
MosFree and open source if smooth scrolling and scroll direction are all you need.
Best BetterMouse alternative for a free option
LinearMouseFree, open-source option for disabling acceleration and remapping buttons.
Best BetterMouse alternative for open source
LinearMouseFree, open-source option for disabling acceleration and remapping buttons.
Best BetterMouse alternative for Mac
SteerMouseLong-running paid utility with deep button, chording and cursor settings.
BetterMouse alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to BetterMouse?
Mos ranks first right now. Free and open source if smooth scrolling and scroll direction are all you need. LinearMouse and SteerMouse follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to BetterMouse?
Yes. Mos (free) and LinearMouse (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to BetterMouse?
Yes: LinearMouse.
Why do people switch from BetterMouse?
The complaints we hear most: paid, unlike free tools such as Mos and LinearMouse; can conflict with Logitech's own apps, which need removing; mac only.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces BetterMouse, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.