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Smooze alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Smooze alternative is Mos (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Smooze compared with 5 alternatives: Mos, Scroll Reverser, LinearMouse, Mac Mouse Fix and SteerMouse.
Smooze is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $19.99 one-time, excluding VAT. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SmoozeThis tool | Free trial · from $19.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Mos | Free | Free | macOS |
| Scroll Reverser | Free | Free | macOS |
| LinearMouse | Free | Free | macOS |
| Mac Mouse Fix | Free trial · from $2.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| SteerMouse | Free trial · from $19.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
How each one differs from Smooze
Mos
Free Mac menu bar utility for smooth mouse wheel scrolling
- Mos is free.
- Mos has a free plan, which Smooze lacks.
- Mos is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Mac users who prefer a mouse but want trackpad-like scrolling
Scroll Reverser
Mac menu bar app that sets scroll direction per device
- Scroll Reverser is free.
- Scroll Reverser has a free plan, which Smooze lacks.
- Scroll Reverser is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Mac users who want natural scrolling on the trackpad and classic scrolling on a mouse
LinearMouse
Free, open-source mouse and trackpad customizer for Mac
- LinearMouse is free.
- LinearMouse has a free plan, which Smooze lacks.
- LinearMouse is open source, according to its own site.
- LinearMouse does not cover menu bar app, which Smooze does.
Suits: Mac users who want mouse scrolling reversed without changing the trackpad
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 is open source, according to its own site.
- Mac Mouse Fix does not cover menu bar app, which Smooze does.
Suits: Mac users with a five-button mouse who miss trackpad gestures
SteerMouse
Mac utility for customizing mouse buttons, wheels and cursor speed
- SteerMouse starts at $19.99 one-time, lifetime license.
- SteerMouse does not cover menu bar app, which Smooze does.
Suits: Mac users with a multi-button or trackball mouse
Limits worth knowing in Smooze
- Mac only; the site lists macOS Catalina 10.15 and up.
- The price is shown only in the vendor's Paddle checkout, as US$19.99 before VAT; the vendor's own site gives no price.
- One license can be used on two Macs; moving it to a new machine goes through support.
- People who bought the earlier non-Pro version are pointed to a separate download.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Smooze?
The alternatives to Smooze in this directory are Mos, Scroll Reverser, LinearMouse, Mac Mouse Fix and SteerMouse. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Smooze.
Is there a free alternative to Smooze?
Yes. Mos, Scroll Reverser and LinearMouse are free to use.
Is there an open-source alternative to Smooze?
Mos, Scroll Reverser, LinearMouse and Mac Mouse Fix 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 9, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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