Snipping Tool Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Snipping Tool for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative 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 loads of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Snipping Tool are Greenshot, Flameshot, Ksnip and PicPick.

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Snipping Tool alternatives are mainly Screenshot Capture Tools, but if you're looking for Screen Recorders or Screen Casting Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Google Chrome, Open Source, Portable, iPad + Screenshot Capture, iPhone and Mozilla Firefox. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Snipping Tool.
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Alternatives list

  1. ShareX icon
     795 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.

    255 ShareX alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
     
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    4
    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.

    3 of 4 comments
    ShareX icon
    ShareX icon
    • 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. Greenshot icon
     716 likes

    Lightweight screenshot tool offering OCR, exports to Office apps and online storage, integration with external commands, supporting 32 languages and minimal space requirement.

    212 Greenshot alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    3
    Comments about Greenshot as an Alternative to Snipping Tool
    wookahn624
    Positive
    4

    I use this tool at work it's super useful and is a time saver when compared to MS "Snipping Tool". I can instantly snip>edit>upload. kudos!

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    A lot more useful than snipping tool!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    MUCH more intuitive than not just Snipping Tool but also any other screen shot software. Simply amazing and very well written. Cheers to the developers!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Greenshot icon
    Greenshot icon
    • Greenshot is Freemium and Open SourceSnipping Tool is Free and Proprietary
    • Greenshot is CustomizableSnipping Tool is not according to our users
  3. Flameshot icon
     254 likes

    Flameshot is a free, open-source screenshot tool that is cross-platform compatible, offering customization, editing features, CLI scripting, and direct Imgur uploads for seamless sharing. It provides an intuitive user experience through features like area selection, annotations, and saving options.

    77 Flameshot alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
     
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    6
    Comments about Flameshot as an Alternative to Snipping Tool
    Top Positive Comment
    Shaz Shah
    0

    After migrating from macOS to Windows, I used Flameshot knowing it's cross-platform available and was my choice on macOS. The initial challenge is to set a hotkey to trigger the app. Once you get through the hurdle, the rest of the experience is very straightforward. It's good for me so that I can take a screenshot and annotate it straightaway.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    0

    it does not work easy. too complicated.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    No easy command to open like Snipping Tool's Win+Shift+S

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 6 comments
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    Flameshot icon
    • Flameshot is Free and Open SourceSnipping Tool is Free and Proprietary
    • Flameshot is Customizable and Privacy focusedSnipping Tool is not according to our users
  4. Ksnip icon
     66 likes

    Ksnip is a Qt based cross-platform screenshot tool that provides many annotation features for your screenshots.

    61 Ksnip alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
     
  5. PicPick icon
     198 likes

    Provides versatile screen capture options, built-in image annotation, color picking and palette, precision measurement tools like ruler and protractor, hotkey customization, clipboard and multi-format support, simple tray access, sharing, and portable operation.

    203 PicPick alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  6. Snagit icon
     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.

    205 Snagit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  7. Lightshot icon
     208 likes

    Captures selectable screen regions for Windows and Mac, offers instant uploading, quick editing, and sharing through short URLs, supports saving locally, annotating, clipboard copying, browser add-ons, upload history access, and operates without heavy system use.

    187 Lightshot alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Warning
    • Bundleware

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Google Chrome
    • Wine
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    3
    Comments about Lightshot as an Alternative to Snipping Tool
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Lightweight, built in shortcut, lots of marking up options, perfect for critiques

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

    Very Nice and user-friendly

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Can't copy and paste a section of the screen

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Lightshot icon
    Lightshot icon
    • Lightshot is Free and ProprietarySnipping Tool is also Free and Proprietary
  8. Snipaste icon
     31 likes

    Snipaste is a simple but powerful snipping tool, and also allows you to pin the screenshot back onto the screen. Snip. Then paste. Free. Customizable. Portable.

    58 Snipaste alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  9. Screenpresso icon
     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.

    119 Screenpresso alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. Pixsnip icon
     6 likes

    Privacy-focused screenshot utility with local-only storage, capture and post-editing, precision tools like rulers and color picker, grouping, collage and card creation, full history, an intuitive interface, and no cloud or login required for secure offline workflows.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  11. Flamory icon
     136 likes

    Flamory remembers things, so you don't have to. Make snapshots of web pages, files and desktop apps. You can find snapshots later using full-text search and thumbnails. Paste them anywhere as links or screenshots.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  12. Ashampoo Snap icon
     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.

    174 Ashampoo Snap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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