KelpShot
| Feature | KelpShot | Snagit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8.99 once | $39 every year |
| Keep using it without paying again | ✓ | ✕ it stops with the subscription |
| Scrolling capture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Solid redaction | ✓ plus Redact Text | ✓ Smart Redact |
| Copy text (OCR) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pin screenshots | ✓ | — |
| Screen recording | ✕ | ✓ with webcam and audio |
| Cloud share links | ✕ nothing is uploaded | ✓ Screencast |
| Runs on | Mac (Apple silicon, macOS 14+) | Mac and Windows |
Where KelpShot wins
- $8.99 once instead of $39 every year
- A small native Mac app, with no account to sign in to
- Nothing uploaded: screenshots stay on your Mac
Where Snagit wins
- Screen recording with webcam and audio
- Windows as well as Mac
- Screencast links and business plans
Try KelpShot free for 30 days. Then $8.99 once. Nothing locks afterwards.
Questions
Is KelpShot a good Snagit alternative?
For screenshots, markup, and redaction on a Mac, yes, without a subscription. If you need screen recording, Windows, or team sharing, Snagit is the better fit.
Is KelpShot a subscription?
No. You pay $8.99 once and keep it, with every 1.x update included.
Can I try KelpShot before buying?
Yes. Every feature is free for 30 days, and nothing locks afterwards.
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✓ yes · ✕ no · — not listed on their website. Snagit details checked 13 October 2026 on techsmith.com/snagit, techsmith.com/store/snagit; prices in USD and may change. KelpShot isn't signed by Apple yet, so the first launch takes one extra step. Snagit is a trademark of its owner; KelpShot isn't affiliated with it. Out of date? Tell us.