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SteerMouse

Long-running Mac mouse driver for remapping buttons, chords, scrolling and cursor speed.

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About SteerMouse

SteerMouse is a macOS utility from Plentycom Systems that replaces the vendor drivers for USB and Bluetooth mice. Each button can carry up to 24 functions depending on which modifier keys are held, and button combinations (chords) can trigger their own actions. Functions include keyboard shortcuts, clicks with options such as click lock, scrolling, zoom, Mission Control, media keys, an app switcher and opening files or URLs, all configurable per application. It also adjusts cursor and scroll acceleration and sensitivity, offers hands-free auto scroll that turns a trackball into a scroll ball, and can snap the pointer to default buttons. It has been around since 2005 and is sold as a one-time licence with a 30-day trial; major versions are paid upgrades. It does not support Apple's Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad.

Best for: Mac users with multi-button mice or trackballs who want one driver for every brand.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Works across mouse brands instead of separate vendor apps
  • Per-app button mappings and chord combinations
  • Cursor and scroll speed controls beyond System Settings
  • One-time licence with a 30-day trial

Why people leave

  • No support for Apple Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad
  • Mac only
  • Major version upgrades cost extra
  • Some special buttons on certain mice may not be recognised

Top SteerMouse alternatives

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  1. 1BetterTouchTool logo
    BetterTouchTool

    Handles mice, trackpads and keyboards together, with far more automation actions.

    68.8
  2. 2BetterMouse logo
    BetterMouse

    Cheaper one-time licence, with Logitech hardware settings built in.

    66.5
  3. 3LinearMouse logo
    LinearMouse

    Free and open source, covering button remaps, scrolling and pointer speed per device.

    64.8
  4. 4Mos logo
    Mos

    Free and open source; enough if smooth, reversible wheel scrolling is all you need.

    61.8
  5. 5Karabiner-Elements logo
    Karabiner-Elements

    Free and open source; can remap mouse buttons as well as keys through complex rules.

    57.5

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SteerMouse: common questions

Is SteerMouse free?

No, SteerMouse is a paid product. Price: US$19.99 new licence (checked on SteerMouse's own site).

Is SteerMouse open source?

No, SteerMouse is not open source. Open-source alternatives include LinearMouse and Karabiner-Elements.

What platforms does SteerMouse run on?

SteerMouse is available for macOS.

What are the best alternatives to SteerMouse?

The highest-ranked SteerMouse alternatives right now are BetterTouchTool, BetterMouse and LinearMouse. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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