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FastStone Capture vs SmartShot
Both stand on screenshot software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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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SmartShot combines several capture modes with floating screenshots, clipboard copying, and local processing. The Free plan includes multiple capture and export options, while OCR appears in the trial and Lifetime Access details.
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| FastStone Capture | SmartShot | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Lifetime Access: $9.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | faststone.org | ibrahimpopatiya.github.io |
| On screenshot software | #31 of 39 | #35 of 39 |
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
SmartShot: what it does well
- Supports scrolling, element, and area capture.
- Multiple screenshots can stay above other windows.
- Exports PNG, JPEG, and WebP.
- Maker says processing is local.
- Trial requires no credit card.
What to know first
- Lifetime Access costs $9.99, paid once.
- Requires running a Windows installer.
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