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Screenpresso alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Screenpresso alternative is Greenshot (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Screenpresso compared with 6 alternatives: ShareX, Greenshot, Snipaste, PicPick, FastStone Capture and 1 more.
Screenpresso's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScreenpressoThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Windows, Browser extension |
| ShareX | Free | Free | Windows |
| Greenshot | Free plan · from $1.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| Snipaste | Free plan · from $8.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| PicPick | Free plan · from $30/yr | Yes | Windows |
| FastStone Capture | Free trial · from $29.95 one-time | Trial only | Windows |
| LICEcap | Free | Free | macOS, Windows |
How each one differs from Screenpresso
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 lists a macOS app.
- Greenshot lists no browser extension, which Screenpresso has.
- Greenshot is open source, according to its own site.
- Greenshot does not cover screen recording, which Screenpresso does.
Suits: Windows users who want a free screenshot tool with a built-in editor
Snipaste
Screenshot tool that pins images to the screen as floating windows
- Snipaste starts at $8.99 one-time, 1 device.
- Snipaste also lists macOS and Linux apps.
- Snipaste lists no browser extension, which Screenpresso has.
- Snipaste does not cover screen recording, which Screenpresso does.
Suits: Developers and designers who pin reference images beside their work
PicPick
Windows screen capture, image editor and design tools in one app
- PicPick starts at $30 per year (Professional, listed as a limited-time price).
- PicPick lists no browser extension, which Screenpresso has.
- PicPick also covers file sharing.
Suits: Windows users who want capture, editing and a color picker in one app
FastStone Capture
Windows screen capture, annotation and screen recorder
- FastStone Capture starts at $29.95 one-time.
- FastStone Capture has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Screenpresso.
- FastStone Capture lists no browser extension, which Screenpresso has.
- FastStone Capture also covers video editing.
Suits: Windows users who want a one-time purchase instead of a subscription
LICEcap
Lightweight free tool that records a screen area to an animated GIF
- LICEcap is free.
- LICEcap also lists a macOS app.
- LICEcap lists no browser extension, which Screenpresso has.
- LICEcap is open source, according to its own site.
- LICEcap does not cover screenshots, which Screenpresso does.
Suits: Quick, small GIFs for bug reports and documentation
Limits worth knowing in Screenpresso
- Windows only; the vendor's stated requirement is Windows 11 or Windows Server 2022, on x64 or ARM64.
- The free edition adds branding to video and sharing and has a limited editor; OCR, 4K and auto-blur need PRO.
- A PRO license includes one year of updates, then an optional maintenance fee applies for later versions.
- The pricing page showed its prices in Malaysian ringgit when read, so no US dollar price could be confirmed.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Screenpresso?
The alternatives to Screenpresso in this directory are ShareX, Greenshot, Snipaste, PicPick, FastStone Capture and LICEcap. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Screenpresso.
Is there a free alternative to Screenpresso?
Yes. ShareX and LICEcap are free to use. Greenshot, Snipaste and PicPick have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Screenpresso alternatives work on macOS?
The Screenpresso listing does not include a macOS app. Greenshot, Snipaste and LICEcap list one.
Which Screenpresso alternatives work on Linux?
The Screenpresso listing does not include a Linux app. Snipaste lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Screenpresso?
ShareX, Greenshot and LICEcap 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 6, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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