Capture vs ScreenshotOne

Two developer-focused screenshot APIs compared. We'll analyze pricing models, features, and developer experience to help you make the right choice.

Quick Overview

Established vs Modern: Two Developer-First Approaches

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Capture

Founded: 2017
Developers: 1,600+ registered
Volume: 17M+ requests processed
Focus: Multi-API platform with pay-per-use pricing

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ScreenshotOne

Founded: Recently
Developers: 1,000+ active
Volume: 1M+ monthly screenshots
Focus: Modern screenshot API with extensive integrations

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

A detailed breakdown comparing both services across key features, pricing, and capabilities.

FeatureCaptureScreenshotOne
Established Since
2017
Recently launched
Active Developers
1,600+ registered developers
1,000+ active developers
Monthly Screenshots
17M+ requests processed
1M+ monthly screenshots
Free Tier
100 credits forever
100 screenshots/month
Starting Price
$15 for 2,500 credits
$17/month for 2,000 screenshots
Pricing Model
Pay-per-use (No subscription)
Monthly subscription
API Endpoints
Screenshots, PDF, Content, Metadata, AI Browser
Screenshots, PDF
Built-in Proxies
Global CDN with caching
18 countries
No-code Integrations
Zapier, Slack integration
Zapier, Airtable, Make, Bubble
Cookie Banner Handling
Disable cookie banners
Block cookie banners
Mobile Screenshots
Device emulation available
Mobile and device-specific screenshots
SDK Availability
Node.js, Go, Rust SDKs
Java, Go, Node.js, PHP, Python, Ruby, C#

Developer Experience Comparison

See how both APIs handle common screenshot tasks and which offers better developer ergonomics.

Capture Implementation

ScreenshotOne Implementation

Pricing Models: Pay-per-Use vs Subscription

Understanding the cost implications of different pricing approaches for your use case.

CCapture Pricing

$15
2,500 credits
$0.006 per screenshot
$75
25,000 credits
$0.003 per screenshot • Most Popular
$250
100,000 credits
$0.0025 per screenshot
Model:Pay-per-use
Free tier:100 credits forever
Commitment:None

SScreenshotOne Pricing

$17/mo
2,000 screenshots
$0.0085 per screenshot
$67/mo
10,000 screenshots
$0.0067 per screenshot
Custom
Enterprise
Volume discounts available
Model:Monthly subscription
Free tier:100/month forever
Commitment:Monthly billing

Cost Analysis

Low volume (500 screenshots/month): Capture costs $1.50-$3, ScreenshotOne costs $17/month

Medium volume (5,000 screenshots/month): Capture costs $12.50-$25, ScreenshotOne costs $67/month

High volume (25,000 screenshots/month): Capture costs $62.50-$125, ScreenshotOne requires enterprise pricing

Which Service Should You Choose?

Both are excellent developer-focused APIs. Your choice depends on pricing preferences and feature requirements.

Choose Capture if:

  • You prefer pay-as-you-go pricing without monthly subscriptions
  • You need multiple APIs beyond just screenshots (PDF, content scraping, AI browser)
  • You want better value for money with more credits per dollar
  • You're building applications that require web content extraction and metadata
  • You prefer working with an established service (since 2017)
  • You want generous free credits without monthly limits

Choose ScreenshotOne if:

  • You need built-in proxy support across 18 countries
  • You require extensive no-code tool integrations (Airtable, Make, Bubble)
  • You prefer comprehensive SDK support across many programming languages
  • You need advanced mobile and device-specific screenshot capabilities
  • You want a modern, developer-focused API with frequent updates
  • You're comfortable with monthly subscription pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

Which service offers better value for money?

For most use cases, Capture offers better value due to its pay-per-use model. You only pay for what you use, with no monthly commitments. ScreenshotOne's subscription model works better for predictable, high-volume usage.

Can I switch between services easily?

Both services use similar API patterns for basic screenshot functionality. Migration is relatively straightforward, though you'll need to adjust for service-specific parameters and authentication methods.

Which has better SDK support?

ScreenshotOne offers more comprehensive SDK support across 7+ programming languages. Capture focuses on the most popular languages (Node.js, Go, Rust) with high-quality implementations.

Do both services support mobile screenshots?

Yes, both support mobile device emulation. ScreenshotOne has more device-specific presets, while Capture offers flexible viewport and device emulation options.

Start with 100 Free Credits

Try Capture risk-free with our generous free tier. No credit card required, no monthly commitments – just pure pay-as-you-go simplicity.