DisplayBuddy and MonitorControl are two popular software tools that allow users to control their Mac’s displays. MonitorControl is an alternative to DisplayBuddy that has been appreciated for its simple user interface and open-source code over the years. However, it is no longer actively maintained (it’s latest release was in May 2022) and lacks support for the latest Macs, including the new MacBook Pros with the M2, M2 Pro, and M2 Max chips.
In contrast, DisplayBuddy is a powerful alternative to MonitorControl, offering advanced features while maintaining a simple user interface that does not interfere with user experience. DisplayBuddy users have received 44 free updates in the past year, adding support for the latest Apple Silicon chips (M2, M2 Pro and M2 Max), support for Siri and Mac Shortcuts, as well as several useful features such as synchronizing multiple displays, saving presets, and controlling display resolution and rotation.
To help users choose between DisplayBuddy vs MonitorControl, here is a detailed comparison of their capabilities:
Feature | DisplayBuddy | MonitorControl |
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Control the real brightness and contrast of monitors |
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Control displays made by |
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Use keyboard brightness and volume keys |
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Multi-monitor support |
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Sync controls across multiple displays |
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Control the volume of monitor speakers |
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Change Display Inputs |
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Create Presets |
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Use Siri to control your monitors |
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Real brightness control (DDC) on Macs using the shiny new Apple Silicon M2, M2 Pro & M2 Max chips |
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Turn off your monitor |
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Supports Mac Shortcuts |
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Control display rotation |
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Control display resolution |