Head-to-head · Screen Capture Software
ApexShot vs FireShot
ApexShot leads on 0 checks, FireShot on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreApexShot · 5.9/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly FireShot
ApexShot scores higher on our rubric for screen capture software: 5.9 against 5.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #24 and #26.
ApexShot is the better fit for linux users wanting an extensible capture tool. FireShot is the better fit for browser-heavy users capturing complete webpages.
- ApexShot fits best
Linux users wanting an extensible capture tool
- FireShot fits best
Browser-heavy users capturing complete webpages
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Side by side
| Feature | ApexShot 5.9/10 Visit ↗ | FireShot 5.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 5.9 | 5.7 |
| Ranking | #24 in Screen Capture Software | #26 in Screen Capture Software |
| Best for | Linux users wanting an extensible capture tool | Browser-heavy users capturing complete webpages |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $5/mo | $39.95/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | 10 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Browser extension | Browser extension, Desktop |
| Platforms | Linux, Chrome extension | Chrome extension, Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Integrations | 3 integrations | 7 integrations |
| Features ApexShot 5/5 · FireShot 5/5 | ||
| Scrolling capture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annotation tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| OCR | ✓ | ✓ |
| Browser extension | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cloud sharing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Desktop platforms | Not checked yet | Both |
| Export formats | PNG, JPEG | PDF, JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP |
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| Our verdict | ApexShot is an open-source Linux application for screenshots, screen recording, image annotation, OCR, QR-code detection, and sharing. It suits Linux users who want capture options beyond a basic screenshot utility, including people who… Read the review → |
FireShot is a browser extension and desktop software for capturing webpages, from visible areas and selections to full pages and scrolling elements. It is suited to people creating browser-based documentation, QA records, support… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ApexShot — where it wins
- Captures screenshots and scrolling webpages, with detailed annotation tools
- Adds OCR, QR-code detection, and MP4 or GIF screen recording
- Supports hotkeys, CLI, cloud sharing, and XBackBone self-hosting
Where it doesn't
- Public beta software may change as development continues
- Free cloud storage has 2 GB, 20 monthly uploads, and 7-day retention
- Video recording is not supported on Fedora
FireShot — where it wins
- Captures full pages, selections, open tabs, and infinite-scroll content
- Exports searchable, linked PDFs and images in five formats
- Supports batch capture, annotations, uploads, and a website integration API
Where it doesn't
- Pro editor and smart annotations on Windows
- Pro costs $39.95 per year, or $99.95 for a lifetime license
- Advanced Pro capabilities differ by platform
- ApexShot5.9/10 · Free plan
A flexible Linux capture tool with annotation, OCR, recording, and optional cloud sharing.
Visit ApexShotFull verdict → - FireShot5.7/10 · Free plan · 10-day trial
A browser-focused capture tool for full pages, scrolling content, and batch screenshots.
Visit FireShotFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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