Lunar alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Lunar: macOS only, and best automatic modes require Pro. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Lunar, 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 Lunar alternative for most people
BetterDisplayAdds HiDPI scaling, virtual screens and XDR upscaling on top of DDC brightness control.
Best Lunar alternative for a free option
MonitorControlFree and open source if all you need is brightness and volume keys for external monitors.
Best Lunar alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
BetterDisplayAdds HiDPI scaling, virtual screens and XDR upscaling on top of DDC brightness control.
Best Lunar alternative for open source
MonitorControlFree and open source if all you need is brightness and volume keys for external monitors.
Best Lunar alternative for Mac
DisplayBuddySimpler one-time-purchase app that also controls LG and Samsung smart monitors over Wi-Fi.
Lunar alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Lunar?
BetterDisplay ranks first right now. Adds HiDPI scaling, virtual screens and XDR upscaling on top of DDC brightness control. MonitorControl and DisplayBuddy follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Lunar?
Yes. BetterDisplay (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 Lunar?
Yes: MonitorControl.
Why do people switch from Lunar?
The complaints we hear most: macOS only; best automatic modes require Pro; free tier limits daily adjustments and shortcut actions.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Lunar, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.