Overall Winner
Lightshot
beats Flameshot by 11 points
Lightshot 🏆 67/100
Flameshot 56/100
Lightshot
Free
VS
Flameshot
Free
The verdict
Lightshot scores 67/100 against Flameshot's 56/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Lightshot
Flameshot
Price & Value
★★★★★
★★★★★
Features
★★☆☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Ease of Use
★★★★★ wins
★★★☆☆
Reviews
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
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
Flameshot
"Best open-source cross-platform screenshot tool for developers"
Pros
Free open-source with active GitHub Windows Mac and Linux support Command-line interface for developers
Pricing & value
| Metric | Lightshot | Flameshot | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | Free | Lightshot |
Our pick