Scroll Reverser for Mac

Improve scrolling on your Mac

Scroll Reverser is a free macOS utility that lets you invert the scroll direction for input devices. It gives you control over whether swipes and wheel movement behave like the system default or the opposite, so you can tailor scrolling to what feels natural to you.

What it does

• Lets you flip the scroll orientation for devices such as a mouse or a trackpad.
• Operates as a lightweight utility with minimal impact on system resources.
• A practical option for anyone who prefers the opposite scrolling direction from macOS’s default.

How to set it up

• Download and launch the app; the interface is straightforward and quick to navigate.
• Open preferences to select which devices (mouse, trackpad, tablet) should be inverted.
• No complex configuration is required — adjustments take effect immediately.

Reasons to choose it

• Free to use with a simple, uncluttered user experience.
• Ideal for users who want separate scrolling behavior for different devices.
• Small footprint makes it a convenient addition to your collection of macOS utilities.

Another option to consider

BetterTouchTool — Free tier available

If you’re looking for a more feature-rich alternative, BetterTouchTool provides extensive input customization (gestures, shortcuts, and scroll behavior among them). It’s slightly deeper in functionality than Scroll Reverser but still accessible for users who want to fine-tune many aspects of macOS input.