Screenshot reader™ vs Lightshot (screenshot tool)
Screenshot reader™ and Lightshot (screenshot tool) both compete in the same corner of the Chrome Web Store (screenshot), but they are built for different users. Screenshot reader™ has roughly 5M users and a 2.6-star average; Lightshot (screenshot tool) sits at about 2M users with 4.4 stars.
Screenshot reader™
Screenshot reading support for Read&Write for Google Chrome™
Lightshot (screenshot tool)
4.4Simple and convenient screenshot tool. Select an area, edit your screenshot and upload it to the server.
Side-by-side comparison
| Screenshot reader™ | Lightshot (screenshot tool) | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | — | 4.4 / 5 |
| Reviews | — | 7,000 |
| Users | — | ~2M+ |
| Pricing | Free | Free |
| Category | Screenshot & Recording | Productivity |
| Developer | https://app.prntscr.com/ | |
| Last updated | 2026-09-05 | 2026-08-24 |
| Best for | Screenshot reading support for Read&Write for Google Chrome™ | Simple and convenient screenshot tool. Select an area, edit your screenshot and upload it to the server. |
Final recommendation
Screenshot reader™ wins on adoption, but Lightshot (screenshot tool) scores higher with reviewers — start there if ratings matter more.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install Screenshot reader™ and Lightshot (screenshot tool) at the same time?
Yes, Chrome runs them independently. Keep both only if they do different jobs; if they overlap, pick one, because each active extension adds memory use, page scripts and another set of permissions.
Where do the ratings and install numbers come from?
From each extension's public Chrome Web Store listing. They can lag the live store slightly, and a dash means the figures have not been synced yet.
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