PhraseExpander vs TextExpander

PhraseExpander is a Windows text-expansion application from PhraseExpander, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Turin, Italy. It stores commonly used text and inserts it into applications when you type an associated abbreviation. SmartComplete presents matching phrase suggestions while you type, with Shift used to trigger a suggestion. Dynamic templates support fill-in variables, previews, and conditional logic based on entered values. Macros can launch applications, open websites, search the web, insert dates and times, calculate, manage the clipboard, and perform conditional actions. The software works in any application, and templates can be shared through folders or Dropbox, OneDrive, and Google Drive. Data is stored locally, while server communication is limited to licensing and update checks. Daily backups can be saved locally or to a cloud drive. A 21-day trial requires no credit card and has no listed limitations. Paid licenses include one year of support and upgrades; ongoing updates require renewal.

TextExpander turns short keystrokes into saved Snippets that expand across devices and apps. It supports macOS, Windows, Chrome, Linux through a Chrome extension, iPhone and iPad, and a web app. The Free plan lasts indefinitely without a credit card and allows five active Snippets; free users can swap one active Snippet every two weeks. Free sharing covers up to five team members across three teams. New accounts preview advanced features for 30 days, then move to Free automatically with five Snippets remaining active. Pro costs $5.00 per month per user when billed annually, and Business costs $10.00 per month per user when billed annually; both include unlimited active Snippets and teams. Paid plans add dynamic content such as date math and JavaScript. Enterprise has custom pricing and can include SSO, SCIM, and customized reporting. Support includes community and email, with priority support on paid plans. Prices are in USD and exclude tax; VAT or GST may be added at checkout.