ATCapture vs other tools
ATCapture vs Lightshot, Loom & ShareX
Lightshot is great for quick screenshots. Loom is great for async video. ShareX is powerful but complex. ATCapture combines screenshots, screen recording, short URLs and QR workflows in one simple Windows app so you can replace multiple tools.
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Quick feature comparison
A high-level look at how ATCapture compares to some of the most popular screen capture tools on Windows.
| Tool | Screenshots | Screen recording | Short URLs | QR create | QR scan | Complexity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATCapture | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Built-in | ✔ Built-in | ✔ Built-in | Simple |
| Lightshot | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | Simple |
| Loom | Limited (not main focus) | ✔ | Links via Loom cloud | ✖ | ✖ | Simple–Medium |
| ShareX | ✔ | ✔ | Some via integrations | Possible via scripts/plugins | Possible via scripts/plugins | Advanced |
| Snipping Tool / Snip & Sketch (Windows) | ✔ | Limited (depending on version) | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | Basic |
This table is indicative and may not reflect every feature or integration of each tool. Always check official websites for the latest details.
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When ATCapture is the better choice
ATCapture is ideal when you want one screen capture tool for Windows to cover screenshots, recording, short URLs and QR workflows – instead of juggling multiple apps.
- You frequently use both screenshots and short screen recordings.
- You share visuals in tickets, chats, documentation and slides.
- You need to move data between desktop and mobile using QR codes.
- You prefer a clean, focused interface over hundreds of advanced options.
📸 Screenshot
Capture & annotate quickly.
🎥 Recording
Record screen + audio.
🔗 Short URL
Create clean share links.
📦 QR tools
Create & scan codes.
ATCapture focuses on one simple, unified panel instead of many separate utilities.
ATCapture vs Lightshot
Lightshot is excellent for quick screenshots. ATCapture keeps that simplicity but adds recording, short URLs and QR tools.
Where Lightshot is enough
- You only need basic screenshots on Windows.
- You rarely use screen recording or share videos.
- You are okay sharing files manually without short URLs or QR codes.
Lightshot is a great lightweight option if your workflow is 100% screenshot-only.
Where ATCapture is better
- You want screenshots with annotations and also short recordings.
- You prefer to send short URLs instead of large attachments.
- You’d like to create QR codes and scan them inside the same app.
ATCapture aims to be a Lightshot alternative for Windows when you outgrow simple screenshots and need a unified capture workflow.
Try ATCapture as a Lightshot alternative →Want to go deeper? You can later add a blog article like: “Lightshot Alternative for Windows – Why ATCapture is Better for Combined Screenshot + Recording Workflows.”
ATCapture vs Loom
Loom is strong for hosted async video messaging in the browser. ATCapture focuses on desktop-first, offline-friendly capture with screenshots and QR tools included.
Where Loom is strong
- Cloud-hosted video library managed inside Loom.
- Team collaboration within Loom’s platform.
- Web-based sharing and viewer analytics (depending on plan).
Where ATCapture fits better
- You need both screen recording and screenshots.
- You prefer local files or your own storage rather than being tied to a single platform.
- You want tool-agnostic short URLs you can paste anywhere.
- You rely on QR generation to move content to mobile quickly.
If you mostly share quick training clips with your team and don’t need a heavy cloud platform, ATCapture is a cleaner alternative for Windows desktop.
Try ATCapture instead of Loom →You can later support this comparison with blog posts like: “Loom Alternative for Windows – ATCapture for Desktop-First Recording”.
Built around everyday screen capture workflows
Instead of trying to do everything, ATCapture focuses on the 80% of tasks people actually do every day.
Developers & Support
- Bug repro videos for Jira and GitHub.
- Screenshots with arrows and notes.
- Short URLs in tickets and chat.
Students & Trainers
- Lesson recap recordings.
- Annotated screenshots in notes.
- QR codes for assignments and links.
Product & Business Teams
- Feature demos and UI walkthroughs.
- Visual status updates instead of long emails.
- Links and QR in roadmaps and slides.
Want to see real flows? Visit the ATCapture preview page to watch screenshot and recording demos.
Keep your screen captures in one place.
Instead of switching between different apps for screenshots, screen recording, link shortening and QR tools, try ATCapture as your unified visual communication toolkit on Windows.