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LICEcap alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded LICEcap alternative is Kap (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
LICEcap compared with 5 alternatives: Kap, ShareX, Gyazo, Screenpresso and Greenshot.
LICEcap is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
Price against what you get
LICEcap has no paid plan and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Gyazo scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from LICEcap
Kap
Open-source Mac screen recorder that exports GIF, MP4, WebM and APNG
- Kap is free.
- Kap lists no Windows app, which LICEcap has.
Suits: Developers and designers who need short GIFs of a bug or interface
ShareX
Free, open-source screenshot and screen recording for Windows
- ShareX is free.
- ShareX lists no macOS app, which LICEcap has.
- ShareX also covers screenshots and file sharing.
Suits: Windows users who capture, annotate and share screenshots many times a day
Gyazo
Screenshot and screen-recording tool that uploads and shares by link
- Gyazo starts at $6.99 per month (Gyazo Pro, as listed in the iOS App Store).
- Gyazo also lists iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Gyazo also covers web clipper, screenshots and file sharing.
Suits: Quick screenshots and short clips shared by link in chat or tickets
Screenpresso
Windows screenshot and video capture with a built-in editor
- Screenpresso also lists a browser extension.
- Screenpresso lists no macOS app, which LICEcap has.
- Screenpresso can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Screenpresso also covers screenshots.
Suits: Writing step-by-step instructions and support documentation
Greenshot
Free, open-source screenshot tool for Windows with an editor
- Greenshot starts at $1.99 one-time for the Mac version (US Mac App Store).
- Greenshot also covers screenshots.
- Greenshot does not cover screen recording, which LICEcap does.
Suits: Windows users who want a free screenshot tool with a built-in editor
Limits worth knowing in LICEcap
- The page lists only GIF and LCF output; MP4 export and audio recording are not mentioned.
- The latest release listed is v1.32 from June 2022.
- The macOS build is listed for macOS 10.7 through 12.x; newer versions are not named.
- Editing is limited to a title frame and inserted text messages.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LICEcap?
The alternatives to LICEcap in this directory are Kap, ShareX, Gyazo, Screenpresso and Greenshot. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LICEcap.
Is there a free alternative to LICEcap?
Yes. Kap and ShareX are free to use. Gyazo, Screenpresso and Greenshot have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which LICEcap alternatives work on Android?
The LICEcap listing does not include an Android app. Gyazo lists one.
Which LICEcap alternatives work on iOS?
The LICEcap listing does not include an iOS app. Gyazo lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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