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Greenshot alternatives

Greenshot compared with 6 alternatives: ShareX, Flameshot, Shottr, Camtasia Snagit, Monosnap and 1 more.

Greenshot has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store). 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
GreenshotThis toolFree plan · from $1.99 one-timeYesmacOS, Windows
ShareXFreeFreeWindows
FlameshotFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
ShottrFree plan · from $12 one-timeYesmacOS
Camtasia SnagitFree trial · from $39/yrTrial onlymacOS, Windows
MonosnapFree plan · from $2.5/moYesmacOS, Windows, Browser extension
ClipClipFree plan · from $49 one-timeYesWindows

How each one differs from Greenshot

  1. ShareX

    Free, open-source screenshot and screen recording for Windows

    • ShareX is free. Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
    • Only Greenshot lists a macOS app.
    • ShareX also covers screen recording and file sharing.

    Suits: Windows users who capture, annotate and share screenshots many times a day

    ShareX vs GreenshotShareX pricing and details

  2. Flameshot

    Free, open-source screenshot tool with on-screen annotation

    • Flameshot is free. Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
    • Only Flameshot lists a Linux app.

    Suits: People who want the same free screenshot tool on Windows, macOS and Linux

    Flameshot vs GreenshotFlameshot pricing and details

  3. Shottr

    Small Mac screenshot tool with annotation, OCR and a ruler

    • Shottr starts at $12 one-time purchase (Basic Tier). Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
    • Only Greenshot lists a Windows app.
    • Shottr can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Greenshot is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: Designers and front-end developers who measure pixels and colors on screen

    Shottr vs GreenshotShottr pricing and details

  4. Camtasia Snagit

    Screen capture and recording tool with annotation and step guides

    • Camtasia Snagit starts at $39 per user / year, billed yearly. Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
    • Greenshot has a free plan. Camtasia Snagit does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Greenshot is open source, according to its own site.
    • Camtasia Snagit also covers noise cancellation, templates and screen recording.

    Suits: Technical writers and support teams documenting software

    Camtasia Snagit vs GreenshotCamtasia Snagit pricing and details

  5. Monosnap

    Screenshot and screen recording tool with its own cloud storage

    • Monosnap starts at $2.5 per month, billed yearly; $3 billed monthly. Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
    • Only Monosnap lists a browser extension.
    • Greenshot is open source, according to its own site.
    • Monosnap also covers screen recording and file sharing.

    Suits: Annotated screenshots with arrows, text and blur on Mac or Windows

    Monosnap vs GreenshotMonosnap pricing and details

  6. ClipClip

    Windows clipboard manager with editors and screen capture

    • ClipClip starts at $49 one-time payment per user (Commercial License). Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
    • Only Greenshot lists a macOS app.
    • ClipClip can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Greenshot is open source, according to its own site.
    • ClipClip also covers screen recording and clipboard manager.

    Suits: Windows users who want clipboard history with built-in editing

    ClipClip vs GreenshotClipClip pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Greenshot

  • The full version is for Windows. The Mac app costs $1.99, was last updated in June 2020 and has fewer features, per its App Store listing.
  • There is no Linux version, and the FAQ says none is planned.
  • Capturing a complete scrolling web page is documented only for Internet Explorer.
  • The OCR plug-in depends on Microsoft Office Document Imaging (MODI), an optional component of Office 2003 and 2007.
Greenshot pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Greenshot?

The alternatives to Greenshot in this directory are ShareX, Flameshot, Shottr, Camtasia Snagit, Monosnap and ClipClip. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Greenshot.

Is there a free alternative to Greenshot?

Yes. ShareX and Flameshot are free to use. Shottr, Monosnap and ClipClip have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Greenshot alternatives work on Linux?

The Greenshot listing does not include a Linux app. Flameshot lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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