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Scroll Reverser alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Scroll Reverser alternative is Mos (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Scroll Reverser compared with 6 alternatives: Mos, LinearMouse, Mac Mouse Fix, SteerMouse, Smooze and 1 more.

Scroll Reverser is free to use. 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Scroll ReverserThis toolFreeFreemacOS
MosFreeFreemacOS
LinearMouseFreeFreemacOS
Mac Mouse FixFree trial · from $2.99 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
SteerMouseFree trial · from $19.99 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
SmoozeFree trial · from $19.99 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
USB OverdriveFree plan · from $20 one-timeYesmacOS

Price against what you get

Scroll Reverser has no paid plan and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 2 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Mos scores higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50$100More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessScroll ReverserMosLinearMouse

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  • The best score at each price
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How each one differs from Scroll Reverser

  1. Mos

    Free Mac menu bar utility for smooth mouse wheel scrolling

    • Mos is free.

    Suits: Mac users who prefer a mouse but want trackpad-like scrolling

    Mos vs Scroll ReverserMos pricing and details

  2. LinearMouse

    Free, open-source mouse and trackpad customizer for Mac

    • LinearMouse is free.
    • LinearMouse does not cover menu bar app, which Scroll Reverser does.

    Suits: Mac users who want mouse scrolling reversed without changing the trackpad

    LinearMouse vs Scroll ReverserLinearMouse pricing and details

  3. 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.
    • Mac Mouse Fix has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Scroll Reverser.
    • Mac Mouse Fix can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Mac Mouse Fix does not cover menu bar app, which Scroll Reverser does.

    Suits: Mac users with a five-button mouse who miss trackpad gestures

    Mac Mouse Fix vs Scroll ReverserMac Mouse Fix pricing and details

  4. SteerMouse

    Mac utility for customizing mouse buttons, wheels and cursor speed

    • SteerMouse starts at $19.99 one-time, lifetime license.
    • SteerMouse has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Scroll Reverser.
    • SteerMouse can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • SteerMouse does not cover menu bar app, which Scroll Reverser does.

    Suits: Mac users with a multi-button or trackball mouse

    SteerMouse vs Scroll ReverserSteerMouse pricing and details

  5. Smooze

    Mac app for smooth scrolling and mouse button actions

    • Smooze starts at $19.99 one-time, excluding VAT.
    • Smooze has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Scroll Reverser.
    • Smooze can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Mac users with a wheel mouse who want trackpad-style scrolling

    Smooze vs Scroll ReverserSmooze pricing and details

  6. USB Overdrive

    Mac driver utility for mice, keyboards, trackballs and gamepads

    • USB Overdrive starts at $20 one-time license.
    • USB Overdrive can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • USB Overdrive does not cover menu bar app, which Scroll Reverser does.

    Suits: Mac users with third-party mice, trackballs or gamepads that need remapping

    USB Overdrive vs Scroll ReverserUSB Overdrive pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Scroll Reverser

  • Swipe gestures cannot be reversed; they follow the system Scroll Direction setting.
  • Does not work in iPhone Mirroring or Calendar, which use gesture-based scrolling rather than scroll events.
  • Version 2.1.1 requires macOS 13.5 or later; the page lists Intel and Apple silicon builds.
  • Mac only, with no Windows or Linux version.
Scroll Reverser pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Scroll Reverser?

The alternatives to Scroll Reverser in this directory are Mos, LinearMouse, Mac Mouse Fix, SteerMouse, Smooze and USB Overdrive. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Scroll Reverser.

Is there a free alternative to Scroll Reverser?

Yes. Mos and LinearMouse are free to use. USB Overdrive has a free plan alongside paid ones.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 9, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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