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ABBYY Screenshot Reader vs FastStone Capture

Both stand on screen capture software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

ABBYY Screenshot Reader

Paid Windows

ABBYY Screenshot Reader combines screen capture with OCR and several editable export formats. Its Windows-only availability, paid perpetual license, and trial option define the purchase decision.

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FastStone Capture

Free trial Windows

FastStone Capture covers still capture, recording, OCR, editing, and many output formats in one Windows application. Its one-time lifetime licenses and portable package provide clear purchase and deployment choices.

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The facts

ABBYY Screenshot ReaderFastStone Capture
Free planNoA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWindowsWindows
Lowest paid planScreenshot Reader: $9.99, paid onceSee the plans
Plans published14
MakerABBYY Screenshot ReaderNot published
Websitepdf.abbyy.comfaststone.org
On screen capture software#53 of 61#49 of 61

ABBYY Screenshot Reader: what it does well

  • OCR handles text and tables
  • Supports more than 180 languages
  • Exports text to RTF, TXT, DOC, or XLS
  • Converts image tables to Excel
  • Offers a 15-day free trial

What to know first

  • Windows desktop platform only
  • No free plan
  • Perpetual license costs $9.99 per license

FastStone Capture: what it does well

  • Captures scrolling pages and multiple screen areas
  • Includes OCR and annotation tools
  • Records webcam, audio, and mouse actions
  • Offers portable download package
  • Lifetime licenses include free upgrades

What to know first

  • Windows-only desktop support
  • No free plan
  • Trial lasts 30 days
  • Family license is for home users

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