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Open-source alternatives to DisplayFusion

DisplayFusion is not described as open source on its own site. 37 of the 93 other desktop utilities in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.

DisplayFusion has a free plan. Paid plans start at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license). 36 of them are free or have a free plan.

37 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to DisplayFusion

  1. 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.
    Microsoft PowerToys vs DisplayFusionMicrosoft PowerToys pricing and details

  2. 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.
    Twinkle Tray vs DisplayFusionTwinkle Tray pricing and details

  3. AltTab

    Windows-style window switcher for macOS, free and open source

    • AltTab starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro). DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only AltTab lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • AltTab is open source, according to its own site.
    AltTab pricing and details

  4. Rectangle

    Free, open-source window snapping for macOS

    • Rectangle is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only Rectangle lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • Rectangle is open source, according to its own site.
    Rectangle pricing and details

  5. Hammerspoon

    Free, open-source macOS automation scripted in Lua

    • Hammerspoon is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only Hammerspoon lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • Hammerspoon is open source, according to its own site.
    Hammerspoon pricing and details

  6. AeroSpace

    Free, open-source i3-like tiling window manager for macOS

    • AeroSpace is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only AeroSpace lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • AeroSpace is open source, according to its own site.
    AeroSpace pricing and details

  7. Amethyst

    Free, open-source automatic tiling window manager for macOS

    • Amethyst is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only Amethyst lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • Amethyst is open source, according to its own site.
    Amethyst pricing and details

  8. Loop

    Free, open-source macOS window manager with a radial menu

    • Loop is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only Loop lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • Loop is open source, according to its own site.
    Loop pricing and details

  9. MonitorControl

    Free, open-source brightness and volume control for Mac displays

    • MonitorControl is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only MonitorControl lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • MonitorControl is open source, according to its own site.
    MonitorControl pricing and details

  10. Mac Mouse Fix

    Trackpad-style gestures and smooth scrolling for third-party mice

    • Mac Mouse Fix starts at $2.99 one-time purchase, plus local taxes. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • DisplayFusion has a free plan. Mac Mouse Fix does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Mac Mouse Fix lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    Mac Mouse Fix pricing and details

  11. DockDoor

    Free Dock window previews and Alt-Tab switcher for macOS

    • DockDoor is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • Only DockDoor lists a macOS app.
    • Only DisplayFusion lists a Windows app.
    • DockDoor is open source, according to its own site.
    DockDoor pricing and details

  12. AutoHotkey

    Free, open-source scripting language for Windows automation

    • AutoHotkey is free. DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license).
    • AutoHotkey is open source, according to its own site.
    • DisplayFusion can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • AutoHotkey also covers workflow automation, text expansion and keyboard and mouse remapping.
    AutoHotkey pricing and details

25 more that are open source

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Common questions

Is there an open-source alternative to DisplayFusion?

Yes. Microsoft PowerToys, Twinkle Tray, AltTab, Rectangle, Hammerspoon, AeroSpace, Amethyst, Loop and 29 more are open source, according to their own sites.

Is DisplayFusion open source?

DisplayFusion is not described as open source on its own site. The listing was checked on Oct 9, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these desktop utilities are free?

Microsoft PowerToys, Twinkle Tray, AltTab, Rectangle, Hammerspoon, AeroSpace, Amethyst, Loop and 28 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to DisplayFusion: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.