# Solace > Solace is a macOS menu bar app that automatically switches dark mode, wallpapers, and colour temperature based on time of day, custom schedules, or real-time weather conditions. It is the only Mac app that combines dark mode scheduling, wallpaper syncing, evening warmth (blue light reduction), and weather-aware switching in a single tool. One-time purchase, $4.99, no subscription. Requires macOS 13 Ventura or later. Universal binary (Intel + Apple Silicon). Zero data collection. 180 upvotes on Product Hunt. Replaces f.lux, Umbra, Nightfall, and Shifty with one app. ## Product - [Solace — Homepage](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/): Main product page with features, comparison table, pricing ($4.99 one-time), and testimonials. - [Download Solace](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/download): Post-purchase download page with setup instructions for macOS 13 Ventura or later. - [Solace Blog](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/): Category-led index of 141 articles about macOS dark mode, screen comfort, and Solace tips. Search and 6 topic categories. ## Blog Categories - [Get Started with Solace on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/get-started): Every setup guide, schedule, keyboard shortcut, and automation for first-time configuration of appearance switching on Mac. - [Compare Mac Dark Mode Apps](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/compare): Honest 1:1 comparisons of Solace versus f.lux, Nightfall, Umbra, Shifty, NightOwl, Night Shift, and the macOS built-in option. - [Eye Health & Sleep on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/eye-health): Every guide on blue light, eye strain, screen warmth, headaches, and night-work sleep protection for Mac users. - [Wallpapers on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/wallpapers): Paired light/dark wallpapers, dynamic desktops, weather-responsive backgrounds, seasonal rotations. - [Weather Mode on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/weather-mode): Climate-aware appearance switching - Solace's signature feature, every guide. - [Mac Troubleshooting](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/troubleshooting): Quick fixes for dark mode stuck, Night Shift not turning on, wallpaper not switching, and other common Mac appearance issues. ## Blog - [How to Schedule Dark Mode on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/schedule-dark-mode-mac): Four methods to schedule dark mode on macOS, from built-in Auto to weather-aware switching with Solace. - [Why Night Shift Isn't Enough to Protect Your Sleep on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/night-shift-not-enough-protect-sleep-mac): Why colour temperature alone doesn't solve the blue light problem and what to combine it with. - [How to Change Mac Wallpaper Automatically by Time of Day](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/change-mac-wallpaper-automatically-time-of-day): Three methods to automatically change wallpapers on macOS including Dynamic Desktop and Solace. - [Best f.lux Alternatives for Mac in 2026](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/best-flux-alternatives-mac): Six alternatives to f.lux for Mac users who want more than colour temperature shifting. - [The 7 Best Dark Mode Apps for Mac in 2026](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/best-dark-mode-apps-mac): Comparison of the best dark mode management apps for macOS including Solace, Nightfall, Umbra, and Shifty. - [Dark Mode Not Working on Mac? Here's How to Fix It](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/dark-mode-not-working-mac-fix): Troubleshooting guide for eight common dark mode issues on macOS with step-by-step fixes. - [How to Toggle Dark Mode with a Keyboard Shortcut on Mac](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/dark-mode-keyboard-shortcut-mac): Four methods to create a dark mode keyboard shortcut on macOS using Shortcuts, Automator, or menu bar apps. - [Solace vs f.lux: Which Is Better for Mac in 2026?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-flux): Head-to-head comparison of Solace and f.lux covering features, privacy, pricing, and use cases. - [Solace vs Nightfall: Which Dark Mode App Is Better for Mac?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-nightfall): Head-to-head comparison of Solace and Nightfall covering features, pricing, and philosophy. - [Solace vs Umbra: Which Mac Dark Mode App Should You Choose?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-umbra): Head-to-head comparison of Solace and Umbra covering wallpaper switching, dark mode scheduling, and feature scope. - [Solace vs Shifty: Which Night Shift App Is Better for Mac?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-shifty): Head-to-head comparison of Solace and Shifty covering Night Shift enhancement vs independent colour temperature and dark mode control. - [How to Reduce Eye Strain on Mac: Every Setting You Need to Change](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/reduce-eye-strain-mac): Eight macOS settings that reduce eye strain, from True Tone and Night Shift to automated dark mode switching with Solace. - [macOS Tahoe Dark Mode: Complete Guide to Appearance Settings, Liquid Glass & Themes](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/macos-tahoe-dark-mode-guide): How to customise dark mode on macOS Tahoe, reduce Liquid Glass transparency, and automate appearance switching with Solace. - [Best NightOwl Alternatives for Mac in 2026 (And Why You Should Switch)](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/best-nightowl-alternatives-mac): NightOwl was compromised with botnet malware. Five safe alternatives for dark mode management on macOS including Solace, Nightfall, and Shifty. - [Auto Dark Mode on Mac: Solace vs the Built-In](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-macos-auto-dark-mode): Why macOS Auto dark mode is limited to sunset switching and how Solace adds custom schedules, weather awareness, wallpaper sync, and colour temperature. - [Solace vs CircadianShield: Which Mac App Wins?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-circadianshield): Head-to-head comparison of Solace and CircadianShield covering melanopic EDI science, PWM flicker control, dark mode scheduling, wallpaper sync, and one-time vs subscription pricing. - [Solace vs Sundown: Which Mac Warmth App Is Better?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/solace-vs-sundown): Head-to-head comparison of Solace and Sundown covering colour warmth depth, dark mode scheduling, wallpaper sync, weather-aware switching, and one-time vs subscription pricing. - [Is Iris Worth It in 2026? An Honest Mac Review](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/is-iris-worth-it-mac): An honest review of Iris (iristech.co), weighing its colour temperature features against its subscription pricing and Trustpilot billing complaints, with one-time-purchase alternatives. - [Best Iris Alternatives for Mac in 2026](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/best-iris-alternatives-mac): Five alternatives to Iris for Mac users who want dark mode scheduling and wallpaper syncing alongside colour warmth, without tiered subscription pricing. - [Fix Orange Tinted Screenshots on Mac (Night Shift)](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/mac-screenshots-orange-tint-night-shift-fix): Why screenshots and recordings pick up an orange or yellow tint from Night Shift, f.lux, or Solace's evening warmth, and how to fix and avoid it. - [f.lux vs Iris on Mac: Which Blue Light App Wins?](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/blog/posts/flux-vs-iris-mac): Head-to-head comparison of f.lux and Iris covering pricing, customisation depth, and reliability, with Solace introduced as a broader one-time-purchase alternative. ## Video - [Solace for macOS — Product Demo](https://youtu.be/ZJofjS7UHwk): Video overview of Solace features including solar scheduling, weather-aware switching, wallpaper management, evening warmth, and keyboard shortcuts. ## Press - [Press Kit](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/press/): Media resources, screenshots, app icon, and press kit download for journalists and reviewers. ## Tools - [Is Your Mac Optimised for Dark Mode? — Free Test](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/tools/dark-mode-score/): Interactive 60-second quiz that scores your Mac dark mode setup out of 20 across five areas: switching method, wallpaper matching, blue light filtering, switch timing, and tool consolidation. ## Legal - [Privacy Policy](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/privacy): Zero data collection policy. Location processed on-device only. GDPR, UK GDPR, and CCPA compliant. - [Terms of Service](https://www.theodorehq.com/solace/terms): Consumer Rights Act 2015 compliant terms of service.