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EarTrumpet alternatives
EarTrumpet compared with 3 alternatives: SoundSource, Twinkle Tray and Microsoft PowerToys.
EarTrumpet is free to use. 2 of the 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
3 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| EarTrumpetThis tool | Free | Free | Windows |
| SoundSource | Free trial · from $49 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Twinkle Tray | Free | Free | Windows |
| Microsoft PowerToys | Free | Free | Windows |
How each one differs from EarTrumpet
- Free trial · from $49 one-time
SoundSource
Per-app volume, output routing and audio effects for the Mac
- SoundSource starts at $49 one-time purchase. EarTrumpet is free.
- EarTrumpet has a free plan. SoundSource does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only SoundSource lists a macOS app.
- Only EarTrumpet lists a Windows app.
- SoundSource can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac users who want a separate volume level for each app
- Free
Twinkle Tray
Free brightness sliders for external monitors on Windows
- Twinkle Tray is free. EarTrumpet is free.
- Twinkle Tray also covers display control.
Suits: Windows desktop users who want to dim external monitors from the taskbar
- Free
Microsoft PowerToys
Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11
- Microsoft PowerToys is free. EarTrumpet is free.
- Microsoft PowerToys also covers launcher, window management, file management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
- EarTrumpet also covers menu bar app.
Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install
Limits worth knowing in EarTrumpet
- Windows only. The README lists Windows 10 version 1803 and later and Windows 11 as supported.
- When the app crashes it sends diagnostic details, such as exception, version and system settings, to Bugsnag, as its privacy document describes.
- Automatic updates are listed as coming through the Microsoft Store; winget and Chocolatey are offered as command-line installs.
- The license is the MIT License with a preface that bars three named companies from reproducing, distributing or adapting the software.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to EarTrumpet?
The alternatives to EarTrumpet in this directory are SoundSource, Twinkle Tray and Microsoft PowerToys. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with EarTrumpet.
Is there a free alternative to EarTrumpet?
Yes. Twinkle Tray and Microsoft PowerToys are free to use.
Which EarTrumpet alternatives work on macOS?
The EarTrumpet listing does not include a macOS app. SoundSource lists one.
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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