Shots vs Screely

More backgrounds, effects, and export options than Screely, with no watermark.

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The verdict

Screely is a simple tool for adding a window frame to screenshots. Shots does what Screely does and adds 250+ backgrounds, 3D effects, animations, video export, and device frames.

Shots

Open source

From $199/mo, open source (Apache 2.0), runs in any browser

Where it wins

  • 250+ backgrounds (gradients, images, mesh)
  • iPhone, MacBook, and Apple Watch mockups plus window frames
  • 3D perspective transforms
  • Animation timeline with 40+ presets
  • Video export (MP4, WebM, GIF)
  • Text and image overlay layers
  • High-res export up to 5x

Screely

Free

Limitations

  • Limited background options
  • macOS and Windows window frames only, no device mockups
  • No 3D effects
  • No animation timeline (tab recording via Chrome extension only)
  • No text overlays
  • Basic shadow options only

Feature by feature

FeatureShotsScreely
PriceFrom $199/moFree
Backgrounds250+ gradients, solids, imagesSolid colors
Device FramesiPhone, MacBook, Apple Watch, Safari, Chrome, ArcmacOS and Windows windows
ShadowsBlur, spread, offset, colorBasic drop shadow
3D EffectsPerspective tilt & rotationNot available
Animations40+ presets, keyframesNot available
Video ExportMP4, WebM, GIFTab recording (Chrome extension)
Text Overlays30+ fonts, shadowsNot available
ExportPNG, JPEG, WebP up to 5xHigh-resolution PNG or PDF
Open SourceYes (Apache 2.0)No

Screely pricing and feature details checked on September 20, 2026 against https://screely.app. Third-party plans change without notice, so confirm current pricing on their site before deciding. Visit Screely

Frequently asked questions

Shots covers Screely's screenshot styling and adds 250+ gradient backgrounds, multiple device frames (macOS, Windows, Arc), 3D perspective transforms, animation timeline, video export, text overlays, and high-res export up to 5x.

Shots is the better choice for most developer visuals. It offers a code to image editor, 3D perspective mockups for portfolio images, and animated MP4, WebM, or GIF exports. Screely is simpler and its Chrome extension records tab demos, which Shots does not.

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