DesktopHut lets you put live wallpapers on your computer screen and mobile phone. You can use both 3D and 2D animated wallpapers. DesktopHut is the best tool to get these dynamic wallpapers on your PC!
For years, the world of free live wallpaper software has been a choice between two philosophies: the open-source power of Lively Wallpaper and the all-in-one convenience of our engine, Luna. Both are incredible free tools, but a fundamental question has remained: do you just want to play a wallpaper, or do you want to control it?
Today, that question has a clear answer. With Luna's powerful real-time video adjustment features, we've moved beyond simple playback. This is a head-to-head comparison to show you why Luna is not just an alternative, but the ultimate free engine for users who demand creative control over their desktop.
Lively Wallpaper is a fantastic and highly respected open-source project. Its core strength is its versatility for technical users, capable of running everything from videos to web pages and custom shaders. It's a powerful engine for those who enjoy finding their own content and have the technical know-how to implement unique, interactive ideas.
However, Lively's role is that of a player. It faithfully renders the files you provide, but it offers no tools to change the look or feel of the wallpaper itself.
We believe your desktop should be a reflection of your mood and style. That's why Luna was built to be more than just a player—it's a **creative tool.**
Luna's defining feature is its **Advanced Video Control panel**. You can take any live wallpaper and transform it in real-time. Want to match a rainy day? Instantly make a vibrant wallpaper black and white. Want to match your room's RGB lighting? Shift the hue of the entire scene. You are no longer just a viewer; you are the editor.
This, combined with our massive integrated DesktopHut library, creates a complete ecosystem where you can discover, customize, and apply your perfect wallpaper in seconds.
Let's see how the two free engines stack up when it comes to features that matter most to users seeking customization.
| Feature | DesktopHut Luna | Lively Wallpaper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ✅ Completely Free | ✅ Completely Free |
| Real-Time Color Adjustments (Hue, Saturation, B&W, etc.) |
✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Integrated Content Gallery | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Wallpaper Scheduler | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Desktop Widget Engine | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
While both are excellent free tools, the choice depends on your goal.
Choose Lively Wallpaper if you are a developer or tinkerer who wants an open-source sandbox to run highly custom applications or shaders as your background.
Choose DesktopHut's Luna if you are a user who wants a powerful, all-in-one solution to not only apply beautiful live wallpapers, but to creatively control them. If you want to change colors, schedule playlists, add widgets, and browse a massive integrated library, Luna is the definitive choice.
Lively remains a fantastic project. However, for the vast majority of users, Luna now offers a more powerful, creative, and complete package. By giving you the tools to edit and personalize any wallpaper in real-time, we've moved beyond simple playback and set a new standard for what a free live wallpaper engine can be.
Ready to take control of your desktop?