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DisplayBuddy

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Spec score 7.9 #7 of 24 in Monitor Control Software

What it is

DisplayBuddy controls supported external monitor settings from a Mac menu bar or Windows taskbar. Depending on the display, it can adjust brightness, contrast, speaker volume, input source, resolution, and rotation. The Mac app uses DDC for hardware control and can use gamma dimming when a monitor does not respond. The maker says it also controls supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen smart monitors over Wi-Fi. Users can save presets and synchronize brightness across displays. On Mac, presets can be scheduled by sunrise, sunset, time of day, charger state, or connected display; the app also supports Shortcuts, Siri, a command-line interface, and MCP. The Windows app supports Windows 10 and 11, with presets, hotkeys, input switching, and resolution and refresh-rate controls. Personal costs $24.99, paid once for one Mac, Pro costs $29.99, paid once for up to two Macs, and Family costs $49.99, paid once for up to five Macs; each includes lifetime access. There is no free plan, but a 7-day trial is available. Core controls work offline after internet-based license activation.

Spec sheet

Purpose
DisplayBuddy controls external monitor brightness, contrast, and volume from a Mac menu bar or Windows taskbar.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Trial
The Windows page says a free trial is available and invites users to try it free on the Microsoft Store.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Privacy
Display controls and settings are processed and stored locally; optional anonymous product analytics can be disabled in the app.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
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.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Business use
Business licensing supports Mac, Windows, and mixed fleets, with a test version and deployment assistance available by request.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Code signing
The business page says the Mac app is code-signed and notarized by Apple; Windows distribution is through Microsoft Store or a standalone installer.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
DDC and fallback
The Mac app uses DDC for hardware control and can fall back to gamma dimming when a monitor does not respond to DDC.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Diagnostics and payments
The privacy policy says the app uses Sentry for crash reporting and that Gumroad or LemonSqueezy handles payments without DisplayBuddy accessing card details.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
License limit
Different user accounts on one Mac require multiple licenses.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Monitor controls
It can control brightness, contrast, built-in speaker volume, input source, resolution, and rotation on supported displays.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Offline operation
License activation requires internet access, but core display controls work offline after activation.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Presets and sync
Users can save display settings in presets and synchronize brightness across displays.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Refund
Full-price purchases have a 7-day money-back guarantee.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Smart monitors
The maker says the Mac app can control supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen smart monitors over Wi-Fi.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Windows features
The Windows app supports Windows 10 and 11, monitor presets, keyboard shortcuts, global hotkeys, input switching, and resolution and refresh-rate controls.Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app

Plans and prices

Personal $24.99, paid once $24.99 for 1 Mac 1 Mac · unlimited presets · lifetime access Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Pro $29.99, paid once $29.99 · $14.99 per Mac Up to 2 Macs · unlimited presets · lifetime access Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Family $49.99, paid once $49.99 · $9.99 per Mac Up to 5 Macs · unlimited presets · lifetime access Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app
Enterprise Priced on request Priced per user; pricing scoped to team size, platforms, deployment, and support requirements. Intended for organizations with more than 20 users Read 30 Sep 2026 · displaybuddy.app

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Controls multiple settings on supported displays
  • Can synchronize brightness across displays
  • Mac presets can follow schedules and conditions
  • Windows app supports Windows 10 and 11
  • Core controls work offline after activation

Limits

  • No free plan
  • Different user accounts on one Mac need multiple licenses
  • License activation requires internet access

Who it suits

DisplayBuddy suits Mac or Windows users who want monitor controls, saved presets, or synchronized brightness. Mac users who want scheduled presets and automation integrations have additional options.

Verdict

DisplayBuddy combines broad monitor controls with presets on both platforms and additional scheduling options on Mac. Check display support and the one-time plan’s Mac limit before buying.

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