Overall Winner
Lightshot
beats Greenshot by 2 points
Lightshot 🏆 67/100
Greenshot 65/100
Lightshot
Free
VS
Greenshot
Free
The verdict
Lightshot scores 67/100 against Greenshot's 65/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Lightshot
Greenshot
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
Greenshot
"Best lightweight free screenshot tool for basic needs"
Pros
Simple lightweight and completely free Middle ground between ShareX and Lightshot Send screenshots to Word or PowerPoint
Pricing & value
| Metric | Lightshot | Greenshot | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | Free | Lightshot |
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