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Better Shot
bettershot · v0.2.4 • auto-updates
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Screen capturing and editing tool
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (BSD-3-Clause) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Better Shot is an open-source alternative to CleanShot X, offering professional-grade screenshot capturing, editing, and enhancement. It's ideal for users seeking a free, feature-rich tool for macOS screenshot workflows.
Captures, edits, and enhances screenshots with professional quality.
Maturity: The project is active with strong community support, though some open issues indicate areas for improvement.
Community: Recent positive mentions on Hacker News highlight its appeal as an open-source alternative, though discussion is limited outside its niche.
Pros
- + Open-source and BSD-3-Clause licensed
- + Professional-grade screenshot tools and editing features
- + Strong community and active development
Cons
- - Some open issues remain unresolved
- - Limited discussion outside its niche
Community Mentions
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