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Synergy alternatives

Synergy compared with 4 alternatives: Microsoft PowerToys, Ditto, LocalSend and DisplayFusion.

Synergy is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use). All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
SynergyThis toolFree trial · from $15 one-timeTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux
Microsoft PowerToysFreeFreeWindows
DittoFreeFreeWindows
LocalSendFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
DisplayFusionFree plan · from $34 one-timeYesWindows

How each one differs from Synergy

  1. Microsoft PowerToys

    Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11

    • Microsoft PowerToys is free. Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use).
    • Microsoft PowerToys has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Synergy lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
    • Synergy can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install

    Microsoft PowerToys vs SynergyMicrosoft PowerToys pricing and details

  2. Ditto

    Free, open-source clipboard manager for Windows

    • Ditto is free. Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use).
    • Ditto has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Synergy lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Ditto is open source, according to its own site.
    • Synergy can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Windows users who want a searchable history of everything they copy

    Ditto vs SynergyDitto pricing and details

  3. LocalSend

    Open-source file sharing between nearby devices, no cloud

    • LocalSend is free. Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use).
    • LocalSend has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only LocalSend lists a web app.
    • Only LocalSend lists Android and iOS apps.
    • LocalSend is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: Moving files between a phone and a computer on the same Wi-Fi

    LocalSend vs SynergyLocalSend pricing and details

  4. DisplayFusion

    Multi-monitor taskbars, wallpaper and window control for Windows

    • DisplayFusion starts at $34 one-time purchase per machine (Pro Standard, lifetime license). Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use).
    • DisplayFusion has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Synergy lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • DisplayFusion also covers window management and display control.
    • Synergy also covers keyboard and mouse remapping.

    Suits: Windows users working across two or more monitors

    DisplayFusion vs SynergyDisplayFusion pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Synergy

  • Personal licenses have no free trial, only a 30-day money-back guarantee; the 14-day trial is for Business plans.
  • Lite covers 3 computers and has no TLS/SSL encryption or hotkeys. Plus allows 5 computers and Max allows 15.
  • All computers must be on the same local network and each needs its own screen, because Synergy does not share video.
  • A Business license is required when a company pays for, reimburses or deploys Synergy, and Business editions send a daily usage report.
Synergy pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Synergy?

The alternatives to Synergy in this directory are Microsoft PowerToys, Ditto, LocalSend and DisplayFusion. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Synergy.

Is there a free alternative to Synergy?

Yes. Microsoft PowerToys, Ditto and LocalSend are free to use. DisplayFusion has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Synergy alternatives work on Android?

The Synergy listing does not include an Android app. LocalSend lists one.

Which Synergy alternatives work on iOS?

The Synergy listing does not include an iOS app. LocalSend lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Synergy?

Microsoft PowerToys, Ditto and LocalSend 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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