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DisplayFusion alternatives
DisplayFusion compared with 6 alternatives: Microsoft PowerToys, Komorebi, Twinkle Tray, Fences, BetterDisplay and 1 more.
DisplayFusion has a free plan. Paid plans start at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license). 4 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| DisplayFusionThis tool | Free plan · from $34 one-time | Yes | Windows |
| Microsoft PowerToys | Free | Free | Windows |
| Komorebi | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| Twinkle Tray | Free | Free | Windows |
| Fences | Free trial · from $9.99/yr | Trial only | Windows |
| BetterDisplay | Free plan · from $21.99 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| Synergy | Free trial · from $15 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from DisplayFusion
- Free
Microsoft PowerToys
Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11
- Microsoft PowerToys is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
- Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
- DisplayFusion can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Microsoft PowerToys also covers launcher, file management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
- DisplayFusion also covers display control.
Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install
- Free plan · from $10/mo
Komorebi
Tiling window manager for Windows, with a separate Mac version
- Komorebi starts at $10 per month for a single-platform commercial license ($110 billed annually). DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
- Only Komorebi lists a macOS app.
- DisplayFusion can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- DisplayFusion also covers display control.
Suits: Windows users who want automatic tiling in the style of bspwm or yabai
- Free
Twinkle Tray
Free brightness sliders for external monitors on Windows
- Twinkle Tray is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
- Twinkle Tray is open source, according to its own site.
- DisplayFusion can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Twinkle Tray also covers menu bar app.
- DisplayFusion also covers window management.
Suits: Windows desktop users who want to dim external monitors from the taskbar
- Free trial · from $9.99/yr
Fences
Windows desktop organizer that groups icons into shaded areas
- Fences starts at $9.99 per year (Single, 1 Year Subscription). DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
- DisplayFusion has a free plan. Fences does not, though it has a free trial.
- Fences also covers file management.
- DisplayFusion also covers window management and display control.
Suits: Windows users whose desktop is crowded with shortcuts and files
- Free plan · from $21.99 one-time
BetterDisplay
Display scaling, brightness and DDC control for Mac
- BetterDisplay starts at $21.99 one-time purchase (Pro license, tax may apply). DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
- Only BetterDisplay lists a macOS app.
- Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
- BetterDisplay also covers menu bar app.
- DisplayFusion also covers window management.
Suits: Controlling an external monitor's brightness, volume and input from the Mac
- Free trial · from $15 one-time
Synergy
Share one keyboard and mouse across Windows, Mac and Linux PCs
- Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use). DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
- DisplayFusion has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Synergy lists macOS and Linux apps.
- Synergy also covers keyboard and mouse remapping.
- DisplayFusion also covers window management and display control.
Suits: Desks with a Windows PC, a Mac and a Linux machine side by side
Limits worth knowing in DisplayFusion
- Windows only: the current version needs Windows 11, Windows 10 (1607 or higher) or Windows Server 2016, 2019 or 2022.
- The Free version is licensed for personal use only; company use needs a Pro license.
- Multi-monitor taskbars, Monitor Profiles, monitor splitting, Triggers, monitor fading and Window Position Profiles are Pro features.
- The vendor notes that full-screen videos and games cannot currently be constrained to monitor splits.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to DisplayFusion?
The alternatives to DisplayFusion in this directory are Microsoft PowerToys, Komorebi, Twinkle Tray, Fences, BetterDisplay and Synergy. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with DisplayFusion.
Is there a free alternative to DisplayFusion?
Yes. Microsoft PowerToys and Twinkle Tray are free to use. Komorebi and BetterDisplay have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which DisplayFusion alternatives work on macOS?
The DisplayFusion listing does not include a macOS app. Komorebi, BetterDisplay and Synergy list one.
Which DisplayFusion alternatives work on Linux?
The DisplayFusion listing does not include a Linux app. Synergy lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to DisplayFusion?
Microsoft PowerToys and Twinkle Tray are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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