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mousemap

Free#87 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software

mousemap: A focused open-source remapper for Mac users who need extra mouse-button actions. Ranked #87 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software by our editors (5.3/10); pricing: Open source; best for macOS users remapping extra mouse buttons.

5.3/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.3 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
macOS users remapping extra mouse buttons
Paid from
Free
Supported operating systems
Macos
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Maps extra mouse buttons to shortcuts or shell commands
- Includes menu bar app, settings editor, CLI, and verbose mode
- Supports JSON configuration, pass-through clicks, and start-at-login
Where it doesn't
- macOS-only, with no Windows or other operating-system support
- Focused on button remapping rather than broader mouse customization
- Requires Accessibility permission for the app

Our verdict on mousemap

mousemap is an open-source desktop utility for macOS users who want to assign custom actions to mouse buttons, including extra side buttons. Built in Swift, it intercepts mouse-button presses through a macOS event tap and maps them to keyboard shortcuts or shell commands. That makes it a practical fit for solo users and small teams with a specific remapping need, especially when a standard mouse driver does not provide the desired action.

The project offers several ways to manage the configuration. A menu bar app provides start and stop controls, configuration access, reload support, and a settings editor for adding, editing, and removing mappings. Advanced users can work with a JSON configuration file at a configurable path, while the command-line interface provides verbose button-event output. Optional pass-through preserves the original click, and start-at-login support is provided through a macOS LaunchAgent.

mousemap is free and open source, but its value comes from focused control rather than a broad customization suite. It suits Mac users who need button-to-shortcut or button-to-command mappings and are comfortable granting Accessibility permission and managing a compact configuration. Users seeking a wider mouse-management system should choose an alternative if they need cross-platform support, dedicated macro recording, per-application profiles, onboard device memory, polling-rate control, or sensitivity settings.

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mousemap pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

mousemap fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Supported operating systems	Macos
Macro support	Not verified
Per-app profiles	Not verified
Onboard device memory	Not verified
Polling rate control	Not verified
Sensitivity controls	Not verified
Profile slots	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	macOS
Support	Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Open source
Website	github.com
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

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