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Crisp
crisp · v1.5.0 • auto-updates
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Menu bar display manager: DDC brightness, HiDPI, presets, virtual displays
brew install --cask crisp 323
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Aug 27, 2026Crisp is a free, open-source menu bar app for managing displays on macOS, offering features like DDC brightness control, HiDPI scaling, and virtual displays. It serves as a cost-effective alternative to paid apps like BetterDisplay and Lunar, benefiting users with multiple monitors or those seeking precise display control.
Crisp manages display settings through the menu bar, providing tools for brightness adjustment, HiDPI scaling, and virtual display creation.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development, evidenced by frequent updates and a strong GitHub presence.
Community: No community discussion found yet.
Pros
- + Free and open-source alternative to paid display management apps
- + Comprehensive features including DDC brightness and HiDPI scaling
- + Actively maintained with regular updates and bug fixes
Cons
- - Low installation count indicating limited adoption
- - Some features may require troubleshooting