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Brisync vs BetterDisplay
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Brisync
6.5Utility to automatically control the brightness of external displays
BetterDisplay
8.0Display management tool
| Metric | Brisync | BetterDisplay |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 8.8K |
| 90-day Installs | 9 | 25.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 74 | 74.1K |
| Version | 2.0.1 | 4.2.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 250 | 30.3K |
| GitHub Forks | 16 | 556 |
| Open Issues | 3 | 174 |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | Objective-C | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Nov 5, 2018 | Jun 22, 2022 |
Reviews
Brisync
Brisync automatically adjusts the brightness of external displays, making it ideal for users with multiple monitors who want seamless brightness management. It offers a practical solution for maintaining consistent lighting across different devices.
Automatically controls the brightness of external displays on macOS.
Pros
- + Automatically adjusts brightness, saving time and reducing eye strain.
- + Open-source, allowing for customization and transparency.
- + GitHub activity indicates some community interest.
Cons
- - No auto-updates, potentially delaying access to new features or fixes.
- - Open issue regarding Apple M1 support affects newer Mac users.
BetterDisplay
BetterDisplay is a powerful display management tool for macOS, offering features like HiDPI scaling, brightness adjustments, and virtual screens. It's ideal for users with multiple monitors or those needing advanced display configurations.
Manages display settings and configurations on macOS devices.
Pros
- + Advanced display management features
- + Active development and community support
- + Highly customizable settings
Cons
- - Some open issues and bugs
- - Occasional compatibility problems with macOS updates