Snipping Tool AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Screen Recorders

The best Screen Recorder alternative to Snipping Tool is ShareX, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Snipping Tool and many of them are Screen Recorders so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Screen Recorder alternatives to Snipping Tool are Snagit, Spectacle, ScreenRec and CleanShot X.

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  1. ShareX icon

    ShareX

     792 likes

    Open-source screen capture and file sharing tool with recording, editing, and annotation features. Supports 4K, dark mode, theming, offline use, and offers a lightweight, ad-free experience without tracking user data.

    253 ShareX alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
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    Comments about ShareX as an Alternative to Snipping Tool
    MartinO
    Positive
    0

    Easy to use, with all the features you'll ever need.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    I like it because it's open source

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Ola Johansson
    Positive
    0

    Maybe a bit to much setup but awesome and flexible tool.

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    • Almost everyone thinks ShareX is a great Snipping Tool alternative.

    • ShareX is Free and Open SourceSnipping Tool is Free and Proprietary
    • ShareX is Customizable and Privacy focusedSnipping Tool is not according to our users
  2. Snagit icon

    Snagit

     200 likes

    Advanced screen capture and recording tool enabling image or video captures directly from your screen. Includes editing features like callouts, transparency, and effects to enhance visuals. Organize and easily share creations through documents, presentations, or favorite applications.

    202 Snagit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  4. Spectacle icon

    Spectacle

     37 likes

    Spectacle is a simple application for capturing desktop screenshots. It can capture images of the entire desktop, a single monitor, the currently active window, the window currently under the mouse, or a rectangular region of the screen.

    195 Spectacle alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
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    Capto

    Capture HD video at 60 FPS, record iOS devices, and edit screen or image content with annotation, voiceover, and advanced file management. Includes fullscreen, selection, and web capture, quick sharing to cloud, FTP, YouTube, and...

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  6. ScreenRec icon

    ScreenRec

     68 likes

    If you spend too much time on email and chat, try sending instant video messages and screenshots with ScreenRec. You'll get your point across faster and save precious hours.

    152 ScreenRec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  7. CleanShot X icon

    CleanShot X

     21 likes

    Capture and record screens on Mac with CleanShot X, featuring seamless recording, custom keyboard shortcuts, customizable wallpapers, Quick Access Overlay, and Desktop icon toggle for a tidy user interface.

    193 CleanShot X alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  8. Screenpresso icon

    Screenpresso

     55 likes

    Comprehensive screenshot and screencast tool offering full-screen, window, or region captures with a built-in editor. Supports cropping, resizing, labels, and effects, with integration for popular services. Free version includes some branding and is limited to 15s screen casts.

    117 Screenpresso alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. ishare icon

    ishare

     4 likes

    The definitive screen capture utility for macOS, designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind.

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    • Mac
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  11. Ashampoo Snap icon

    Ashampoo Snap

     10 likes

    Capture screenshots or record videos with Ashampoo Snap’s efficient tools. Enjoy easy editing, multi-display support, OCR for 180 languages, and instant sharing capabilities. Revamp your projects with video cutting, annotations, and custom capture options.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  12. Gyazo icon

    Gyazo

     30 likes

    Gyazo lets you instantly grab the screen and upload the image to the web. You can easily share on Chat, Social, Email, or anywhere!

    100 Gyazo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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  13. ScreenSnap Pro icon

    ScreenSnap Pro

     4 likes

    Beautiful screenshots with stunning backgrounds and powerful annotation tools. Create, edit, and share professional-quality screenshots with ease.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  14. Capty icon

    Capty

     4 likes

    Capture your screen, windows, or regions on macOS, record with audio, edit screenshots and videos using built-in tools like shapes, blur, and redaction, export in various formats with multiple quality presets, enjoy ad-free usage, offline access, and no registration.

    62 Capty alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  15. TechSmith Capture icon

    TechSmith Capture

     1 like

    TechSmith Capture provides a simple, free way to create basic screenshots and screen recordings and share them with others.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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