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Just Color Picker alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Just Color Picker alternative is ShareX (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Just Color Picker compared with 4 alternatives: ColorSnapper, Sip, Microsoft PowerToys and ShareX.
Just Color Picker is free to use. 2 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Color PickerThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows |
| ColorSnapper | Free trial | Trial only | macOS |
| Sip | Free trial · from $29.99 | Trial only | macOS |
| Microsoft PowerToys | Free | Free | Windows |
| ShareX | Free | Free | Windows |
How each one differs from Just Color Picker
ColorSnapper
Mac color picker with a magnifying glass and 30+ export formats
- ColorSnapper has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Just Color Picker.
- ColorSnapper lists no Windows app, which Just Color Picker has.
- ColorSnapper can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac developers who paste color values straight into code
Sip
Mac color picker with palettes, formats and a contrast checker
- Sip starts at $29.99 per seat.
- Sip has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Just Color Picker.
- Sip lists no Windows app, which Just Color Picker has.
- Sip can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Sip also covers menu bar app.
Suits: Designers and developers who pick colors from the screen all day
Microsoft PowerToys
Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11
- Microsoft PowerToys is free.
- Microsoft PowerToys lists no macOS app, which Just Color Picker has.
- Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
- Microsoft PowerToys also covers launcher, window management, file management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install
ShareX
Free, open-source screenshot and screen recording for Windows
- ShareX is free.
- ShareX lists no macOS app, which Just Color Picker has.
- ShareX is open source, according to its own site.
- ShareX also covers screen recording, screenshots and file sharing.
Suits: Windows users who capture, annotate and share screenshots many times a day
Limits worth knowing in Just Color Picker
- Supports 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7 to 11 and 64-bit macOS 10.8 or later; no Linux version is listed.
- Screen freeze and click-to-capture are Windows only.
- On macOS it needs the Screen Recording permission and stores settings in a hidden ~/.config folder.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Just Color Picker?
The alternatives to Just Color Picker in this directory are ColorSnapper, Sip, Microsoft PowerToys and ShareX. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Just Color Picker.
Is there a free alternative to Just Color Picker?
Yes. Microsoft PowerToys and ShareX are free to use.
Is there an open-source alternative to Just Color Picker?
Microsoft PowerToys and ShareX are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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