The Scroll Reverser Insider’s Guide
Everything we know about Scroll Reverser in one document: what it costs, its grades, getting a refund, getting help and what else to look at. Read it here, or keep a copy.
Scroll Reverser
The Insider’s Guide
Mac menu bar app that sets scroll direction per device
Every plan, grade, refund rule and rival among desktop utilities, read from Scroll Reverser’s own pages.
Made by Pilotmoon Software · checked Nov 13, 2026 · toolgpa.com
Contents
- 01WelcomeWhat it is, who it suits, its grades and the ten things to know first
- 02What it costsEvery plan, the free plan, ways to pay less and how prices have moved
- 03What it doesIts main features, where it runs, what it works with and who makes it
- 04Where it standsIts grades against its category, and whether to keep it or make your own
- 05The alternativesThe tools it is most often weighed against, side by side
- 06Quick answersThe questions people ask about it, each answered in a line or two
- 07About ToolGPAWho made this guide, what else is on the site, and how to cite it
ToolGPA put this guide together from Scroll Reverser’s own pages, its app-store listings and our grades. Every fact in it is on Scroll Reverser’s page too, where it is kept up to date. Checked Nov 13, 2026.
Part 01 · Overview
Welcome
What it is, who it suits, its grades and the ten things to know first
3.0
GPA, above 154 of the 186 other desktop utilities we grade
Scroll Reverser is a macOS utility that lets the trackpad and the mouse scroll in different directions. Each connected device gets its own vertical and horizontal setting, and wheel mice can scroll a fixed number of lines per click. It is free and its source code is published on GitHub under the Apache License 2.0.
To get you started, here are 8 things to know about Scroll Reverser, taken from its own pages and our grades.
But swipe gestures can't be reversed, and it is Mac only.
- 1
Best for different scroll directions for mouse and trackpad
Scroll Reverser lets a Mac's trackpad and mouse scroll in different directions, and it is free and open source.
- 2
It is free
Scroll Reverser has no paid plan at all. The whole app is free; the author accepts voluntary donations.
- 3
It runs on macOS
macOS.
- 4
Separate direction per device
Choose Natural, Classic or Unchanged for each trackpad and mouse. By default trackpads use Natural and mice use Classic.
- 5
Horizontal scrolling control
Horizontal scrolling follows the vertical setting by default and can be set to Reversed or Unchanged in the settings popover.
- 6
Step size for wheel mice
Scrolls a fixed number of lines with each wheel click instead of macOS scroll acceleration. The control can be turned off.
- 7
A 3.0 GPA, above 154 of 186
That is against the other desktop utilities we grade, on value, the free plan, features, ease of use and platforms.
- 8
Keep it
Scroll Reverser is free, so making your own would save you nothing.
Scroll Reverser at a glance
- Pricing
- Free
- Free plan
- Yes
- Free trial
- None stated
- Runs on
- macOS
- Made by
- Pilotmoon Software, since 2011
- Category
- Desktop Utilities
- Our grade
- 3.0 GPA, very good
The report card
Best for different scroll directions for mouse and trackpad
Scroll Reverser lets a Mac's trackpad and mouse scroll in different directions, and it is free and open source. But swipe gestures can't be reversed, and it is Mac only.
| Subject | Grade | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Value for money | A | Free under Apache 2.0, with voluntary donations. |
| Free plan and trial | A | The whole app is free, and donations are voluntary, so nothing is charged on record. |
| Features | C | Separate direction per device, horizontal control and wheel step size. It does that job fully, but it is a smaller one. |
| Ease of use | B | Install and tick a box: nothing to set up. No store rating is on record. |
| Platforms and integrations | C | Mac only, macOS 13.5 or later for version 2.1.1. Intel and Apple silicon builds. |
An A is worth 4 points, a B 3, a C 2, a D 1 and an F nothing. The GPA is the average of the five.
Who Scroll Reverser is for
- Fits if you use a trackpad and a mouse on the same Mac and want opposite scroll directions
- Works for people who want an AppleScript on/off switch
Who it is not for
- Skip it if you want swipe gestures reversed, as they follow the system Scroll Direction setting
- Not for you if you use Windows or Linux, since it is Mac only
- Watch out: it doesn't work in iPhone Mirroring or Calendar, which scroll by gesture
- Watch out: it needs macOS 13.5 or later
Good to know
Good for
- Mac users who want natural scrolling on the trackpad and classic scrolling on a mouse
- People who keep a wheel mouse on a laptop and want fixed scroll steps
- Anyone who prefers a small, free utility with public source code
Worth knowing
- 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.
Part 02 · Pricing
What it costs
Every plan, the free plan, ways to pay less and how prices have moved
Free
No paid plan at all
Scroll Reverser is free to use.
The whole app is free, and donations are voluntary, so nothing is charged on record.
Free
$0
Full app, open source under Apache 2.0. Voluntary donations are accepted.
The free plan
The whole app is free; the author accepts voluntary donations.
Read from pilotmoon.com on Nov 13, 2026.
Part 03 · Features
What it does
Its main features, where it runs, what it works with and who makes it
1
Place it runs: macOS
Mac menu bar app that sets scroll direction per device. Here is what it does, as its own site describes it, and what it covers: open source, menu bar app, keyboard and mouse remapping.
Separate direction per device, horizontal control and wheel step size.
- Separate direction per device
- Choose Natural, Classic or Unchanged for each trackpad and mouse. By default trackpads use Natural and mice use Classic.
- Horizontal scrolling control
- Horizontal scrolling follows the vertical setting by default and can be set to Reversed or Unchanged in the settings popover.
- Step size for wheel mice
- Scrolls a fixed number of lines with each wheel click instead of macOS scroll acceleration. The control can be turned off.
- Scrolling from apps
- Scroll events that come from other apps, such as remote access software, can be reversed or left unchanged.
- AppleScript on/off switch
- An enabled property lets a script turn the app on or off.
Where it runs
- macOS
What it works with
Its own pages name no integrations.
Scroll Reverser is made by Pilotmoon Software, and has been around since 2011.
Part 04 · Standing
Where it stands
Its grades against its category, and whether to keep it or make your own
154/186
Other desktop utilities it is graded above
Scroll Reverser's GPA of 3.0 is higher than 154 of the 186 other desktop utilities we grade, and level with 27.
It stands best on free plan and trial (A, above 107 of 186) and worst on features (C, above 2).
Scroll Reverser has no paid plan.
On features, ease of use and platforms it scores 2.3 out of 4. Nothing scores higher for less, though at least one tool matches that score at a lower price.
Each grade against the category
Every bar is all 187 desktop utilities we grade, cut by the letter each got. Scroll Reverser’s own letter is outlined.
- AValue for moneyAbove 55 of 186
- AFree plan and trialAbove 107 of 186
- CFeaturesAbove 2 of 186
- BEase of useAbove 78 of 186
- CPlatforms and integrationsAbove 111 of 186
Price against what you get
Each dot is one of 103 desktop utilities. Further left costs less; higher up scores better on features, ease of use and platforms. Scroll Reverser is the marked dot.
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
Keep it, or make your own?
Whether this is something you could build for yourself with an AI app builder, and what you would give up.
Keep it
Scroll Reverser is free, so making your own would save you nothing.
And it is not the kind of software a weekend replaces. It is one of the better ones too: its GPA of 3.0 is higher than 154 of the 186 other desktop utilities we grade.
What you could not
- Keys and buttons remapped below the level of apps.
- A native app living in the menu bar.
- A real app for macOS. Something home-made would be a web page.
What this rests on. Scroll Reverser’s listing: what it does, where it runs, what it plugs into and what it costs. It is a judgement about the kind of software this is. We have not built a replacement for it, and making your own means looking after it too. How we decide, and every tool’s verdict.
Part 05 · Alternatives
The alternatives
The tools it is most often weighed against, side by side
Mos, LinearMouse, Mac Mouse Fix, SteerMouse and Smooze
The 5 tools Scroll Reverser is most often weighed against, with where each one differs from it.
- 3.2GPA
Mos
Free
- 2.6GPA
LinearMouse
Free
Free, open-source mouse and trackpad customizer for Mac.
- Scroll Reverser also covers menu bar app.
- 2.4GPA
Mac Mouse Fix
Free trial · from $2.99 one-time
Trackpad-style gestures and smooth scrolling for third-party mice.
- Scroll Reverser has a free plan. Mac Mouse Fix does not, though it has a free trial.
- Mac Mouse Fix can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Scroll Reverser also covers menu bar app.
- 2.4GPA
SteerMouse
Free trial · from $19.99 one-time
Mac utility for customizing mouse buttons, wheels and cursor speed.
- Scroll Reverser has a free plan. SteerMouse does not, though it has a free trial.
- Scroll Reverser is open source, according to its own site.
- SteerMouse can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- 2.6GPA
Smooze
Free trial · from $19.99 one-time
Mac app for smooth scrolling and mouse button actions.
- Scroll Reverser has a free plan. Smooze does not, though it has a free trial.
- Scroll Reverser is open source, according to its own site.
- Smooze can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Part 06 · Questions
Quick answers
The questions people ask about it, each answered in a line or two
11
Questions, each answered in a line or two
The short version of everything above, for when you only need the answer. Each one is told in full in its part of the guide.
Is Scroll Reverser free?
Yes. Scroll Reverser is free to use.
How much does Scroll Reverser cost?
Scroll Reverser lists one plan. Free: $0.
What platforms does Scroll Reverser work on?
Scroll Reverser is available on macOS.
Does Scroll Reverser have an Android app?
No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Nov 13, 2026. Scroll Reverser is listed for macOS.
Does Scroll Reverser have an iPhone app?
No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Nov 13, 2026. Scroll Reverser is listed for macOS.
Is Scroll Reverser open source?
Yes. Scroll Reverser is open source, according to its own site.
Who makes Scroll Reverser?
Scroll Reverser is made by Pilotmoon Software. It dates from 2011.
What are the alternatives to Scroll Reverser?
The closest alternatives to Scroll Reverser in our directory are Mos, LinearMouse, Mac Mouse Fix, SteerMouse and Smooze.
How does Scroll Reverser compare with other desktop utilities?
Scroll Reverser's GPA of 3.0 is higher than 154 of the 186 other desktop utilities we grade, and level with 27.
Is Scroll Reverser good value for money?
ToolGPA grades Scroll Reverser A for value for money. Scroll Reverser has no paid plan.
Could I make my own version of Scroll Reverser?
Scroll Reverser is free, so making your own would save you nothing. And it is not the kind of software a weekend replaces.
Where this guide comes from
The prices, plans, platforms and features were read from Scroll Reverser’s own pages on Nov 13, 2026, and the grades were given on Nov 13, 2026. Graded from this listing, whose facts were read from Pilotmoon Software's own pages on 13 November 2026. Not based on using the product, and shorter than our full reviews.
Every tool we list gets five grades, A to F, each with its reason, and a GPA that averages them. How each is decided is at toolgpa.com/grades. This guide is ToolGPA’s own work; it is not made, paid for or approved by Pilotmoon Software. Prices change, so check pilotmoon.com before you buy.
Part 07 · About
About ToolGPA
Who made this guide, what else is on the site, and how to cite it
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ToolGPA grades software the way a school report grades a pupil: five subjects, a letter for each with the reason written beside it, and a GPA that averages them. Prices, plans and platforms are read from each maker’s own pages and dated, so you always know how fresh a figure is.
Every grade, review and ranking on ToolGPA is our own judgement. No company can pay for a grade or change one. Every tool on the site has a guide like this one, free to download and pass on. It all lives at toolgpa.com.
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What else is on toolgpa.com
- Scroll Reverser, kept up to dateEverything in this guide, with prices and grades as they are todaytoolgpa.com/tools/scroll-reverser
- How grades are givenThe rules behind every letter and every GPAtoolgpa.com/grades
- Value chartsWhat each tool costs against what it scores, for every categorytoolgpa.com/charts
- CompareAny two tools side by side, plan by plantoolgpa.com/compare
- Price changesEvery price rise and cut on record, each with its sourcetoolgpa.com/price-changes
- Prices by countryWhat apps cost on the App Store in 12 countriestoolgpa.com/prices-by-country
- Pay lessEvery public discount: yearly billing, students, nonprofitstoolgpa.com/save
- Keep or makeWhich tools are worth paying for, and which you could build yourselftoolgpa.com/keep-or-make
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