CleanShot X
7.1#24 in screenshot annotation softwareFrom $120 a yearWebAPImacOS
VisitCleanShot X vs Monosnap
Monosnap
8.1#2 in screenshot annotation softwareFrom $2.50 a monthFree planWebExtensionLinuxmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | CleanShot X | Monosnap |
|---|---|---|
| Export formats | MP4, GIF | PNG,JPG,MP4,GIF,WEBM,WEBP,SVG,MOV |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| OCR text extraction | Yes | Yes |
| Recording | Screen recordings can be saved as MP4 H.264 video or GIF, with microphone and computer audio capture options. | It records videos and GIFs. |
| Scrolling capture | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The pricing FAQ directs users to [email protected] for help. | The pricing page directs users to [email protected] for support. |
CleanShot X plans
- CleanShot Basic$35, paid once
- CleanShot Pro$120 a year
Monosnap plans
- Non-Commercial$2.50 a month
- Commercial$5 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- Free—
Pick CleanShot X if…
CleanShot X suits Mac users who need screenshots, recordings, annotations, OCR, and share links. It also fits teams using Cloud comments and access controls.
Pick Monosnap if…
Monosnap suits people who need screenshot and video capture with editing and link sharing across desktop, web, or a Chrome extension. The Free plan may fit individual users who can work within its storage, upload, and recording limits.