ExtLume vs MonitorControl
| ExtLume | MonitorControl | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | macOS |
| Supported platforms | Windows | macOS |
| DDC/CI control | Yes | Yes |
| Input switching | No | — |
| Monitor profiles | No | — |
| Settings scheduling | No | — |
| CLI or API access | No | — |
| Auto brightness | No | Yes |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Monitor Control Software. On Everything Xiaomi, MonitorControl scores higher on our published basis.