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USB Overdrive alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded USB Overdrive alternative is Scroll Reverser (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
USB Overdrive compared with 5 alternatives: SteerMouse, Mac Mouse Fix, LinearMouse, BetterTouchTool and Scroll Reverser.
USB Overdrive has a free plan. Paid plans start at $20 one-time license. 2 of the 5 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
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB OverdriveThis tool | Free plan · from $20 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| SteerMouse | Free trial · from $19.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Mac Mouse Fix | Free trial · from $2.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| LinearMouse | Free | Free | macOS |
| BetterTouchTool | Free trial · from $15 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Scroll Reverser | Free | Free | macOS |
How each one differs from USB Overdrive
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 USB Overdrive.
Suits: Mac users with a multi-button or trackball mouse
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 USB Overdrive.
- Mac Mouse Fix is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Mac users with a five-button mouse who miss trackpad gestures
LinearMouse
Free, open-source mouse and trackpad customizer for Mac
- LinearMouse is free.
- LinearMouse is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Mac users who want mouse scrolling reversed without changing the trackpad
BetterTouchTool
Mac input customization: gestures, shortcuts and automation
- BetterTouchTool starts at $15 one-time purchase (Standard License, 2 years of updates).
- BetterTouchTool has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike USB Overdrive.
- BetterTouchTool also covers workflow automation, launcher, clipboard manager and window management.
Suits: Mac users who want custom trackpad, mouse and keyboard gestures in one app
Scroll Reverser
Mac menu bar app that sets scroll direction per device
- Scroll Reverser is free.
- Scroll Reverser is open source, according to its own site.
- Scroll Reverser also covers menu bar app.
Suits: Mac users who want natural scrolling on the trackpad and classic scrolling on a mouse
Limits worth knowing in USB Overdrive
- Does not handle any Apple mouse, trackpad or keyboard, because that would remove native macOS support.
- Version 5.4 runs only on macOS 15 and later; older releases are for earlier systems.
- Version 4 or earlier must be uninstalled before installing version 5.x.
- The vendor says it may ask for a voluntary upgrade fee at a future major release.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to USB Overdrive?
The alternatives to USB Overdrive in this directory are SteerMouse, Mac Mouse Fix, LinearMouse, BetterTouchTool and Scroll Reverser. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with USB Overdrive.
Is there a free alternative to USB Overdrive?
Yes. LinearMouse and Scroll Reverser are free to use.
Is there an open-source alternative to USB Overdrive?
Mac Mouse Fix, LinearMouse and Scroll Reverser 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 Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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