Shottr vs CleanShot X
Shottr says it does the job of CleanShot X for less. Here's the price, what you get, and what you give up.
The short answer
You save 72% one-time
Pick Shottr if you want
Scrolling screenshots, OCR, annotation, pixel ruler.
Stay with CleanShot X if this is a deal-breaker
No screen recording or GIFs, no cloud sharing.
| Shottr | CleanShot X | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8 | $29 |
| Saving | 72% less | — |
| Best for | Scrolling screenshots, OCR, annotation, pixel ruler. | Teams that want the biggest, most complete option |
| Trade-off | No screen recording or GIFs, no cloud sharing. | You pay more |
| Switching effort | Easy | — |
| Last checked | 2026-11-11 |
Questions people ask
Is Shottr cheaper than CleanShot X?
By Shottr's own pricing claim, yes: $8 vs $29, about 72% less. Check both pricing pages before you buy.
What do you give up switching from CleanShot X to Shottr?
No screen recording or GIFs, no cloud sharing.
What do you get with Shottr?
Scrolling screenshots, OCR, annotation, pixel ruler.
How do I switch from CleanShot X to Shottr?
Export your data first, test a small import, run both side by side for a week, then cancel before your renewal date.