Bitfocus Companion for Mac

Improve production flow with Bitfocus Companion

Bitfocus Companion is a free macOS utility that expands and emulates stream-deck functionality to help you run show controls from one place. It gives creators and broadcasters the ability to build custom buttons and sequences for the apps and devices they use most, reducing the number of separate tools required during a live session.

Who benefits most

Ideal users include live streamers, podcasters, event technicians, and content creators who need fast, repeatable control over scenes, devices, or software. Beginners find the interface approachable, while experienced operators can take advantage of deep customization to tailor complex workflows.

Primary capabilities and strengths

• Integrates with a broad set of apps and services, allowing centralized control across software and hardware
• Enables managing several devices and applications from a single control surface
• Emulates and extends stream‑deck behavior for users without dedicated hardware
• Offers extensive customization options so you can craft macros, chained commands, and custom layouts
• Presents a straightforward, easy-to-learn interface for setting up buttons and actions
• Lets you define specific button behaviors and command sequences to match your workflow
• Designed with versatility and convenience, making it suitable for both casual and professional setups
• Available at no cost for macOS users

Quick setup suggestions

• Install the application and browse the available module list to discover supported integrations.
• Create a new profile and add buttons, assigning actions or scripts to each control.
• Test commands in a dry run before going live to ensure expected behavior across all connected systems.
• Save frequently used profiles so you can swap between setups for different types of productions.

Suggested alternative — Harzing’s Publish or Perish (free)

If you’re looking for an entirely different, free utility often recommended alongside productivity tools, Harzing’s Publish or Perish is available at no cost. Note that it serves a different purpose: it focuses on citation analysis and academic metrics rather than live production or device control. Use it if your needs are research‑oriented rather than broadcast‑oriented.