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OpenMouse

Free#30 of 38 in Gaming Peripheral Software

OpenMouse: Free, open-source WebHID mouse control with broad settings and variable device support. Ranked #30 of 38 in Gaming Peripheral Software by our editors (5.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source multi-platform mouse control.

5.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Open-source multi-platform mouse control
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Desktop platforms
Windows + macos + linux
Facts checked
24 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Adjust DPI, polling rate, lift-off distance, RGB, and button mappings
- WebHID operation avoids installing a vendor-specific native app
- AGPL-3.0 open-source software with optional local companion support
Where it doesn't
- Works only with mice supported by community-maintained protocol drivers
- WebHID access depends on the browser and operating system
- Some inaccessible devices require the optional local companion

Our verdict on OpenMouse

OpenMouse is a browser-based control panel for configuring supported gaming mice. It targets solo users and small teams that want open-source control across Windows, macOS, and Linux without relying on a vendor-specific driver. Through WebHID, users can adjust DPI, polling rate, lift-off distance, RGB lighting, and button mappings. The project is available free of charge and is licensed under AGPL-3.0.

Its main strength is the breadth of mouse settings exposed in a browser: core sensitivity controls, polling, lift-off behavior, lighting, and remapping are handled in one interface. WebHID keeps the primary workflow cloud-based and avoids a native installation, while an optional local companion provides a path for devices that the browser cannot access. Supported-device status information helps users assess compatibility, and the software can also be self-hosted. Documentation and community channels form the listed support model.

OpenMouse is a good fit when avoiding proprietary utilities matters and the mouse is covered by its community-maintained protocol drivers. The trade-off is compatibility: device and feature support varies, and WebHID behavior depends on both browser and operating system. Users who need a predictable vendor-maintained utility, guaranteed access to a particular mouse, or a single native application may prefer an alternative designed around that hardware ecosystem. For supported devices, OpenMouse offers a focused set of controls without a license fee; for unsupported hardware, the setup path may involve the local companion and additional compatibility checking.

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OpenMouse pricing

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

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OpenMouse fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Desktop platforms	Windows + macos + linux
Macro support	Not verified
Button remapping	Yes
Lighting control	Yes
Profile storage	Not verified
Supported device types	Gaming mice
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms	Web
Support	Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	openmouse.app
Facts checked	24 Sep 2026

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