DisplayBuddy
6.3#4 in monitor control software$24.99 one-timemacOSWindows
VisitDisplayBuddy vs Lunar
What both publish
| Fact | DisplayBuddy | Lunar |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | The Mac app can schedule presets by sunrise, sunset, time of day, charger state, or connected display, and supports macOS Shortcuts, Siri, a CLI, and MCP. | Lunar integrates with macOS Shortcuts and includes a command-line interface for controlling and automating monitors. |
| Privacy | Display controls and settings are processed and stored locally; optional anonymous product analytics can be disabled in the app. | Lunar says it does not collect, store, or sell user identifiable or behavioral data, but it collects anonymous monitor data and uses Sentry for crash reporting. |
DisplayBuddy plans
- Personal$24.99, paid once
- Pro$29.99, paid once
- Family$49.99, paid once
- EnterprisePriced on request
Lunar plans
- Free versionFree
- Lunar Pro$23, paid once
Pick DisplayBuddy if…
DisplayBuddy suits Mac and Windows users who want monitor controls outside a display’s own menus. Mac users who want scheduled presets or automation tools may find its additional controls useful.
Pick Lunar if…
Lunar suits Mac users who want to adjust external monitor settings or automate changes with Shortcuts or the command line. Its modes offer options based on ambient light, location, and schedule.