# FastStone Capture vs ShareX Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between ShareX vs FastStone?

ShareX stands out for its higher G2 rating, larger review base, and more frequent reviewer-cited strengths, while FastStone is also highly rated but with fewer reviews and less recent reviewer-cited strengths.

| [ShareX](https://www.g2.com/products/sharex/reviews) | [FastStone](https://www.g2.com/products/faststone-capture/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.8/5 (80 reviews) | 4.7/5 (28 reviews) |
| Small-Business | Enterprise |
| 9.0 | 7.0 |
| 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Ease of Use (1 all-time mention) | — |



### How do the pricing models of ShareX and FastStone compare?

ShareX is perceived as the stronger value due to its free and open-source model, while FastStone is praised for being inexpensive and lightweight.

- **ShareX:** Reviewers consistently highlight that ShareX is completely free and open source, offering a rich feature set without cost.
- **FastStone:** Reviewers describe FastStone as inexpensive, lightweight, and providing high ROI for its low price.



### What are the best alternatives to ShareX and FastStone?

The top three alternatives to ShareX and FastStone are Snagit, Camtasia, and Greenshot.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [ShareX](https://www.g2.com/products/sharex/reviews) | 4.8/5 (80 reviews) | Small-Business | Free and open source | Ease of Use |
| [FastStone](https://www.g2.com/products/faststone-capture/reviews) | 4.7/5 (28 reviews) | Enterprise | Inexpensive, high ROI | Lightweight and easy to use |
| [Snagit](https://www.g2.com/products/snagit/reviews) | 4.7/5 (5994 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Comprehensive capture and editing features |
| [Camtasia](https://www.g2.com/products/camtasia/reviews) | 4.6/5 (1764 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Advanced video editing capabilities |
| [Greenshot](https://www.g2.com/products/greenshot/reviews) | 4.8/5 (167 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | Simple and efficient screenshot tool |



### Which Screen and Video Capture features should I prioritize when comparing ShareX and FastStone?

Buyers should prioritize ease of use, editing capabilities, sharing options, workflow customization, and integration with cloud services when comparing ShareX and FastStone.

- **Ease of Use:** ShareX (8.7), FastStone (9.7)
- **Editing Capabilities:** ShareX (Easy Editing, 1 all-time mention), FastStone (editing tools frequently praised in reviews)
- **Sharing Options:** ShareX (Easy Sharing, 1 all-time mention), FastStone (quick sharing via chat or mail cited in reviews)
- **Workflow Customization:** ShareX (workflow customization and automation cited in reviews), FastStone (—)
- **Cloud Integration:** ShareX (cloud integrations and auto-upload cited in reviews), FastStone (—)



### What are the pros and cons of ShareX vs FastStone?

ShareX's headline strength is its free, feature-rich, and customizable platform, while FastStone is praised for being lightweight, easy to use, and offering high ROI.

- **ShareX strengths:** Free and open source; highly customizable workflows; broad capture and editing features; easy sharing and cloud integration; praised for efficiency, speed, and time-saving (each with 1 all-time mention).
- **ShareX trade-offs:** Interface can be overwhelming for beginners; advanced video editing is limited; audio capture requires additional setup; only available for Windows.
- **FastStone strengths:** Lightweight and fast; easy to use; strong editing tools; supports multiple capture modes; praised for high ROI and value.
- **FastStone trade-offs:** Video editing features are limited; UI is dated; some features require paid version; language support is limited.



### Is ShareX or FastStone better for small businesses?

ShareX is the better fit for small businesses, as it is most popular in the Small-Business segment and is free to use.

- **ShareX:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers highlight its cost-free model, ease of use, and broad feature set as ideal for small teams.
- **FastStone:** Largest segment is Enterprise; reviewers note its lightweight design and value, but it is less frequently cited by small-business reviewers.



### Which Screen and Video Capture platform has better integrations?

ShareX is favored for integrations, with reviewers citing its ability to connect with multiple cloud services and platforms.

- **ShareX:** Integrates with Dropbox, Google Drive, and Imgur, with integrations cited in recent reviews.
- **FastStone:** No reviewer-cited integrations in recent reviews.



### How do ShareX and FastStone compare on customer support?

ShareX and FastStone are rated at parity on Quality of Support, with ShareX at 8.6 and FastStone at 8.5.

- **ShareX:** Reviewers describe support as approachable and friendly, though some note the lack of dedicated support due to its open-source nature.
- **FastStone:** Reviewers rate support positively, with several citing helpful responses and ease of finding solutions.



### Which is easier to implement, ShareX or FastStone?

ShareX and FastStone are rated equally on Ease of Setup, both scoring 7.0, indicating parity in implementation experience.

- **ShareX:** Reviewers consistently describe setup as easy and straightforward, with a 7.0 Ease of Setup score.
- **FastStone:** Reviewers highlight simple installation and quick onboarding, also reflected in a 7.0 Ease of Setup score.



| | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.7 out of 5 | 4.8 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 28 | 80 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (38.5% of reviews) | Small-Business (62.5% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### FastStone Capture

**Not enough data**

### ShareX

Pros:
- Ease of Use (1 reviews)
- Easy Creation (1 reviews)


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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.7 (21 reviews) | 9.7 (69 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 9.7 (21 reviews) | 8.7 (69 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | Not enough data | 9.0 (14 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | 7.8 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.5 (10 reviews) | 8.6 (43 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.4 (20 reviews) | 9.1 (68 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### FastStone Capture

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### ShareX

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Collaboration & Productivity

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **FastStone Capture** | N/A | N/A |
| **ShareX** | N/A | N/A |

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **To-Do List** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **@mentions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign On** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Prioritization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Brainstorming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Transfer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Status Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real Time Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Chat/Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assignment Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Discussions/Forums** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Contact Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Screen and Video Capture

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **FastStone Capture** | N/A | N/A |
| **ShareX** | 9.2/10 | 38 |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Screen Capture** | Not enough data | 10.0 (34 reviews) | 
| **Video Capture** | Not enough data | 9.6 (33 reviews) | 
| **Image Editor** | Not enough data | 8.4 (30 reviews) | 
| **Audio Capture** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Content

| Feature | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Scrolling Capture** | Not enough data | 9.1 (31 reviews) | 
| **Text Extraction** | Not enough data | 8.7 (20 reviews) | 
| **Screen Record** | Not enough data | 9.7 (31 reviews) | 
| **Video Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 9.5 (31 reviews) | 
| **Platform Search** | Not enough data | 8.6 (19 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture

| Feature | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Meeting Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Screen Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign On** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Projections** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **SSL Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Backup and Recovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reminders** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Transfer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Chat/Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Application Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interactive Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Live Chat** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Call Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-Demand Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **YouTube Uploading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Template Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Email Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Speech-to-Text Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance Metrics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Screen and Video Capture Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/screen-and-video-capture)




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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | FastStone Capture | ShareX | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 30.8% | 62.5% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 30.8% | 28.7% | 
| **Enterprise** | 38.5% | 8.8% | 

### By Industry

#### FastStone Capture

- **Information Technology and Services:** 15.4%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 7.7%
- **Design:** 7.7%
- **Education Management:** 7.7%
- **Automotive:** 3.8%
- **Aviation & Aerospace:** 3.8%
- **Computer Software:** 3.8%
- **Consumer Electronics:** 3.8%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 3.8%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 3.8%
- **Other:** 38.5%

#### ShareX

- **Computer Software:** 28.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 18.8%
- **Computer Games:** 5.0%
- **Accounting:** 3.8%
- **Higher Education:** 3.8%
- **Medical Devices:** 2.5%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 2.5%
- **Internet:** 2.5%
- **Research:** 2.5%
- **Consumer Services:** 2.5%
- **Other:** 27.5%

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- [Camtasia](https://www.g2.com/products/camtasia/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1764 reviews)
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## Top Discussions

### FastStone Capture

No discussions available for this product.

### ShareX

- Title: [What is ShareX used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-sharex-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "screen capture and video capture.
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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/faststone-capture-vs-sharex)