CleanShot X
All-in-one screenshot and screen recording tool for macOS with cloud storage.
Overview
CleanShot X is a all-in-one screenshot and screen recording tool for macOS with cloud storage. It handles screenshots, recording, annotations, and cloud storage, and it's best suited for macos users wanting the best screenshot and recording tool. It has been around since 2019, giving it a 7-year head start in building out integrations and refining the product.
Paid plans start at $29 one-time, which unlocks the full feature set. It's aimed at individual users, so it's fast to set up but may lack team-management features if you scale.
Strengths
- Includes Screenshots as a core feature, purpose-built for screen recording workflows
- Includes Recording as a core feature, purpose-built for screen recording workflows
- Pricing starts at $29 one-time, which includes the full screen recording feature set
- Includes annotations alongside the core feature set — fewer separate tools needed
Weaknesses
- Starts at $29 one-time — on the expensive side, especially for small teams or solo users
- Fewer built-in features means you may need additional tools to cover gaps
- Ecosystem of third-party integrations is smaller than the market leaders in screen recording
- Limited team/admin features if your organization eventually scales up
Pricing estimate
Quick info
- Category
- Screen Recording
- Starting price
- $29 one-time
- Free tier
- No
- Open source
- No
- Best for
- Individuals
- Founded
- 2019
Last updated 2026-04-12
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