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Also covers desktop customization, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Pokemon-Terminal provides Pokémon-themed terminal themes, with topics listing shells and terminals including Bash and iTerm2.
Alternatives
The Best LiquidCTL Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 20 open source
Looking for something like LiquidCTL? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 20 are open source.
liquidctl provides cross-platform command-line and Python drivers for liquid coolers and other devices.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionPokemon TerminalPokemon-Terminal provides Pokémon-themed terminal themes…Free or freemium optionOpenRGBOpenRGB controls RGB lighting devices without relying on…Another optionVarietyVariety automatically downloads and rotates wallpapers on…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pokemon Terminal | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Variety | — | Yes | Linux |
| 3 | SuperPaper | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 4 | Hidamari | — | Yes | Linux |
| 5 | GUI | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 6 | Aylur's GTK Shell | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | Qtile | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 8 | OpenRGB | Free | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 9 | NotCurses | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | Hardcode Tray | — | Not stated | Linux |
All LiquidCTL alternatives
2
Also covers desktop customization, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Variety automatically downloads and rotates wallpapers on Linux systems.
3
Also covers desktop customization, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Superpaper manages wallpapers across multiple monitors on Linux and Windows, with partial support for macOS.
4
Also covers desktop customization, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Hidamari lets Linux users set videos as wallpaper backgrounds on their desktop.
5
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
Catppuccinifier recolors wallpapers using a command-line or graphical interface on Linux and Windows.
6
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
AGS provides a command-line scaffold for Astal and Gnim projects used to build desktop shells.
7
Qtile
qtile.orgAlso covers desktop customization and python
Configure Qtile with Python and use its full-featured tiling window manager for arranging windows.
8
Also covers desktop customization and python · free
OpenRGB controls RGB lighting devices without relying on manufacturer software.
9
Also covers desktop customization, graphics, and python · same kind of open-source project
Build terminal user interfaces with Notcurses, a library for character-based graphics in modern terminals.
10
Hardcode Tray
github.com/bilelmoussaoui/Hardcode-TrayAlso covers desktop customization and python · same kind of open-source project
Hardcode-Tray detects hardcoded Linux tray icons and replaces them with icons from the selected theme, with an option to revert.
11
Also covers desktop customization and python · same kind of open-source project
Retro groove color scheme for Vim with light and dark mode switching.
12
Notcurses
nick-black.com/dankwiki/index.php/NotcursesAlso covers desktop customization and python
Build vibrant text user interfaces for modern terminal emulators with the Notcurses library.
13
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
The Pop OS Shell project provides a shell interface for its Linux desktop environment.
14
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
Mica For Everyone enables backdrop effects on Win32 application title bars in Windows 11.
15
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
Arc provides a flat GTK theme with transparent elements for desktop shells and applications.
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Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
ExplorerPatcher modifies the Windows environment, according to its project description.
17
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
This repository contains the source for wearewaylandnow.com, an opinionated site about the Wayland desktop environment.
18
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
A lightweight utility that makes the Windows taskbar translucent/transparent.
19
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
WinDynamicDesktop brings macOS Mojave-style dynamic desktop wallpapers to Windows, with themes and scheduling.
20
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
MechvibesDX rewrites the Mechvibes keyboard sound app in Rust and Dioxus.
21
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
SwayFX extends the Sway compositor with visual effects through changes to its rendering layer.
22
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
Awesome Linux Ricing collects themes, tools, and applications for customizing Linux desktops.
23
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
Apply Ant, a flat visual theme for GNOME and other GTK-based desktop environments.
24
Also covers desktop customization and open source · same kind of open-source project
Aura Theme provides a dark color theme for supported apps, according to its project description.
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Alternatives to similar tools
Hardcode Tray24 alternativesArc24 alternativesPokemon Terminal24 alternativesNotCurses24 alternativesPop!OS Shell24 alternativesMicaForEveryone24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to LiquidCTL?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to LiquidCTL are Pokemon Terminal, Variety, and SuperPaper.
Is there a free alternative to LiquidCTL?
Yes. OpenRGB is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to LiquidCTL?
Yes: Pokemon Terminal, Variety, SuperPaper, and Hidamari.
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