Overall Winner
CleanShot X
beats Lightshot by 8 points
Lightshot 67/100
CleanShot X 🏆 75/100
Lightshot
Free
VS
CleanShot X
$29/yr
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
Lightshot
CleanShot X
Price & Value
★★★★★ wins
★★★☆☆
Features
★★☆☆☆
★★★★★ wins
Ease of Use
★★★★★
★★★★★
Reviews
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
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
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
Pricing & value
| Metric | Lightshot | CleanShot X | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | No | Lightshot |
| Starting price | Free | $29/yr | Lightshot |
Our pick