Overall Winner
Lightshot
beats ScreenPal by 23 points
Lightshot 🏆 63/100
ScreenPal 40/100
Lightshot
Free
VS
ScreenPal
From $4/mo
The verdict
Lightshot scores 63/100 against ScreenPal's 40/100. 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
★★★☆☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
Lightshot
"Fastest screenshot tool for casual users who just need quick captures"
Pros
Extremely fast capture with PrtScn shortcut Cloud upload for instant sharing Cross-platform on Windows and Mac
ScreenPal
"Budget screen recorder with hosting for educational content"
Pros
Screen recording hosting and sharing in one platform Free tier with basic features Affordable pro at $3/mo unlimited at $5/mo
Pricing & value
| Metric | Lightshot | ScreenPal | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | From $4/mo | Lightshot |
Our pick