FastKeys
7.0#11 in text expanders$29 one-timeWindows
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PhraseExpress
8.2#1 in text expansion software$99.95 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSAPImacOS
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| Fact | FastKeys | PhraseExpress |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | FastKeys can record keystrokes and mouse actions to automate tasks. | An integrated Macro Recorder records and replays repetitive actions. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Integrations | Professional includes Grid, Excel, Calc, and Mail functions, and documentation describes using Microsoft Outlook to send mail automatically. | PhraseExpress supports Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL, Amazon SQL, Citrix/TerminalServer, Microsoft Azure Entra, and cloud sync services including Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. |
| Product | FastKeys is a Windows automation tool and text expander for creating abbreviations, start menus, shortcuts, and commands. | PhraseExpress manages frequently used text templates for use in any program and expands text abbreviations into longer phrases. |
FastKeys plans
- Personal$29, paid once
- Professional$39, paid once
- EnterprisePriced on request
PhraseExpress plans
- iOS appFree
- PhraseExpress for iOSFree
- Standard$99.95, paid once
- Professional$149.95, paid once
- Enterprise$249.95, paid once
- PhraseExpress Enterprise Edition$249.95, paid once
Pick FastKeys if…
FastKeys suits Windows users who want to automate repeated input or tasks with text expansion, shortcuts, or recorded actions. Enterprise controls are aimed at teams and corporate users.
Pick PhraseExpress if…
PhraseExpress suits people who reuse text across programs, including professionals such as doctors, lawyers, teachers, consultants, and customer care specialists. Teams needing shared snippets or organizations using databases and cloud services may also find its listed options relevant.