ControllerBuddy
7.2#3 in controller mapping softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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InputConfig
5.9#18 in controller mapping softwareFree planFree planmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | ControllerBuddy | InputConfig |
|---|---|---|
| License | ControllerBuddy is released under the GNU General Public License version 3.0. | The maker says InputConfig is open source under the MIT license. |
| Purpose | ControllerBuddy maps gamepad inputs for flight simulators, aiming to let users fly without a joystick, keyboard, or mouse. | InputConfig maps controllers, MIDI devices, and a Mac’s own keyboard, mouse, and trackpad to keyboard and mouse actions across macOS apps. |
| Support | The project directs bug reports to GitHub Issues and questions to its Discord community. | The privacy policy directs questions to the project’s issue tracker. |
ControllerBuddy plans
- ControllerBuddyFree
InputConfig plans
- FreeFree
Pick ControllerBuddy if…
ControllerBuddy suits flight-simulator players who want to map gamepad inputs to simulator controls on Windows or Linux. It may also suit users who want community profiles or virtual joystick output.
Pick InputConfig if…
InputConfig suits Mac users who want to remap supported controllers or built-in input devices across apps, including for MIDI workflows. It may also suit users interested in its stated accessibility features and local data handling.