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FastFox vs Web Text Expander
Both stand on text expansion software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial MacWindows
Choose FastFox if you need reusable text, image insertion, or macros on Windows or macOS; businesses needing shared shortcuts can choose the Business License. Look elsewhere if you need mobile support or a free plan.
Visit FastFox Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+2
Web Text Expander covers reusable text across supported desktop browsers, with a free option and paid individual and team plans. Check browser compatibility and the device limit if considering the free plan.
Visit Web Text ExpanderThe facts
| FastFox | Web Text Expander | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Extension, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Plus: €1.99 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | FastFox | Not published |
| Website | nch.com.au | webtextexpander.com |
| On text expansion software | #24 of 31 | #20 of 31 |
FastFox: what it does well
- Create unlimited text shortcuts with no expansion-length cap.
- Save expansions as plain or formatted rich text.
- Insert images through shortcuts.
- Use key combinations to create macros.
- Share network shortcuts with the Business License.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- The Home License excludes shared network shortcuts.
- It does not support mobile platforms.
Web Text Expander: what it does well
- Free plan includes unlimited shortcuts
- Supports Chrome, Firefox, and Chromium-based browsers
- Snippets are stored locally in the browser
- Team plan includes shared shortcut libraries
What to know first
- Unavailable on iOS and Android
- Free plan is limited to two devices per email
- Team plan requires at least two seats
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