Overall Winner
CleanShot X
beats Lightshot by 8 points
CleanShot X 🏆 75/100
Lightshot 67/100
CleanShot X
$29/yr
VS
Lightshot
Free
The verdict
CleanShot X scores 75/100 against Lightshot's 67/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
CleanShot X
Lightshot
Price & Value
★★★☆☆
★★★★★ wins
Features
★★★★★ wins
★★☆☆☆
Ease of Use
★★★★★
★★★★★
Reviews
★★★★☆ wins
★★★☆☆
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
CleanShot X
"Best all-in-one screenshot tool for Mac"
Pros
Best native macOS screenshot experience Annotation OCR scrolling recording in one Menu bar integration with smart folders
Lightshot
"Best for quick screenshots and instant sharing"
Pros
Get a cloud link in under 2 seconds Windows Mac and Chrome extension Free with cloud hosting for sharing
Pricing & value
| Metric | CleanShot X | Lightshot | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | No | Yes | Lightshot |
| Starting price | $29/yr | Free | Lightshot |
Our pick