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BetterDisplayCandela
Freemium

Free to download, with a Pro version offering more features.

 Free

Free and open source under the MIT license, with no paid tier.

macOS macOS
  • HiDPI scaling on displays macOS does not offer it for
  • Brightness and input control for external monitors over DDC
  • Tracks local display exposure and checkup history
  • Can dim static bright regions on OLED panels
  • macOS only
  • Some features require the Pro version
  • Requires macOS 14 or later and Apple Silicon
  • Some docks and adapters block display controls
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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