DisplayBuddy alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave DisplayBuddy: no free tier, and no HiDPI scaling or virtual screens. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces DisplayBuddy, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. BetterDisplay currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best DisplayBuddy alternative for most people
BetterDisplayFree tier plus a broader Pro feature set, including HiDPI scaling and virtual screens.
Best DisplayBuddy alternative for a free option
MonitorControlFree and open source for the basics: brightness and volume keys on external monitors.
Best DisplayBuddy alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
LunarSimilar DDC control with automatic brightness syncing and a free version to start with.
Best DisplayBuddy alternative for open source
MonitorControlFree and open source for the basics: brightness and volume keys on external monitors.
Best DisplayBuddy alternative for Mac
BetterDisplayFree tier plus a broader Pro feature set, including HiDPI scaling and virtual screens.
DisplayBuddy alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to DisplayBuddy?
BetterDisplay ranks first right now. Free tier plus a broader Pro feature set, including HiDPI scaling and virtual screens. Lunar and MonitorControl follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to DisplayBuddy?
Yes. BetterDisplay (free plan + paid), Lunar (free plan + paid) and MonitorControl (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to DisplayBuddy?
Yes: MonitorControl.
Why do people switch from DisplayBuddy?
The complaints we hear most: no free tier; no HiDPI scaling or virtual screens; macOS only.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces DisplayBuddy, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.