Overall Winner
Lightshot
beats ScreenPal by 17 points
Lightshot 🏆 67/100
ScreenPal 50/100
Lightshot
Free
VS
ScreenPal
From $4/mo
The verdict
Lightshot scores 67/100 against ScreenPal's 50/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Lightshot
ScreenPal
Price & Value
★★★★★ wins
★★★☆☆
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
ScreenPal
"Best for screen recording with screenshot capabilities"
Pros
PCMag Editor's Choice for free captures Screenshots with screen recording combined AI captioning for educational content
Pricing & value
| Metric | Lightshot | ScreenPal | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | From $4/mo | Lightshot |
Our pick