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BetterTouchTool

Paid#25 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization SoftwareTouch Bar Apps

BetterTouchTool: A powerful Mac automation toolkit with broad customization at a one-time price. Ranked #25 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software by our editors (6.2/10); pricing: 45-day trial; best for mac users wanting powerful input automation.

6.2/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.2 / 10
Pricing
45-day trial
Best for
Mac users wanting powerful input automation
Free plan
No
Paid from
$15 one-time
Supported operating systems
Macos
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Extensive gesture, shortcut, remapping, and per-app controls
- Chained actions, scripting, window management, and clipboard tools
- Supports Stream Deck, macro pads, Apple Shortcuts, and BTT Mobile
Where it doesn't
- Runs only on macOS
- No free plan; access requires a paid license
- Standard License updates end after two years

Our verdict on BetterTouchTool

BetterTouchTool is macOS software for users who want detailed control over trackpad and Magic Mouse gestures, keyboard shortcuts, mouse buttons, Touch Bar controls, Stream Deck devices, and macro pads. Global and per-application triggers can launch predefined actions, scripts, or chained sequences, making it suited to Mac users building personalized input workflows rather than seeking only basic remapping.

Its standout strength is breadth within Mac input automation. BetterTouchTool combines gesture customization, mouse button remapping, shortcut creation, window management, clipboard tools, floating menus, widgets, menu bar customization, and a Spotlight-style launcher. Scripting options include JavaScript, AppleScript, URL scheme, web server, and OSC interfaces. Integrations with Elgato Stream Deck, Apple Shortcuts, BTT Mobile, and Setapp extend its usefulness across input hardware and automation workflows.

Pricing is structured around two one-time licenses. The Standard License costs $15, includes updates for two years, and allows continued use of the last received version afterward; one license covers personal Macs. The $25 Lifetime License includes updates while BetterTouchTool exists and is also valid for other macOS apps released during the following two years. A 45-day trial gives prospective buyers time to assess the feature set before paying. BetterTouchTool is a strong choice for Mac users who want extensive automation and per-app control. Users on other operating systems, or those seeking a free customization tool, should choose an alternative.

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BetterTouchTool pricing

Plans 45-day trialPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 20 Sep 2026.

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BetterTouchTool fact sheet

Free plan	No
Paid from	$15 one-time
Supported operating systems	Macos
Macro support	Yes
Per-app profiles	Yes
Onboard device memory	Not verified
Polling rate control	Not verified
Sensitivity controls	Not verified
Profile slots	Not verified
Free trial	45 days
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	macOS
Integrations	4 integrations: Elgato Stream Deck, Apple Shortcuts, BTT Mobile, Setapp
Pricing	45-day trial (source)
Website	folivora.ai
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

BetterTouchTool integrations

BetterTouchTool lists 4 integrations on its own site.

Elgato Stream Deck
Apple Shortcuts
BTT Mobile
Setapp

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