NativeDisplayBrightness vs Lunar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
NativeDisplayBrightness
6.0Lunar
8.0Adaptive brightness for external displays
| Metric | NativeDisplayBrightness | Lunar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 7 | 954 |
| 90-day Installs | 33 | 2.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 67 | 10.9K |
| Version | 0.0.5 | 6.10.1 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 397 | 5.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 74 | 134 |
| Open Issues | 26 | 5 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 4, 2017 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
NativeDisplayBrightness
NativeDisplayBrightness offers a native macOS interface for adjusting the brightness of external monitors, providing precise control and manual adjustments. It benefits users who need detailed brightness settings for their displays.
The app enables manual adjustment of external monitor brightness through a native macOS interface.
Pros
- + Native macOS interface for brightness control
- + Useful for precise adjustments on external monitors
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-updates available
- - Compatibility issues with macOS Catalina and some monitors
Lunar
Lunar is a macOS utility that provides adaptive brightness and volume control for external displays, making it ideal for users with multiple monitors. Its automatic adjustments based on ambient light and preferences enhance productivity and comfort.
Lunar automatically adjusts brightness and volume for external displays based on ambient light and user settings.
Pros
- + Actively developed with strong community support
- + Effective adaptive brightness and volume control
- + Seamless integration with macOS
Cons
- - Niche appeal may limit its user base
- - Potential learning curve for new users