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Nimbus Screenshot vs Tampermonkey

Nimbus Screenshot logo

Nimbus Screenshot

Browser Extensions

Screen capture and video recording

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tampermonkey logo

Tampermonkey

Browser Extensions

The most popular userscript manager

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Nimbus Screenshot nimbus Web has rebranded to FuseBase; nimbusweb.me now redirects to thefusebase.com, and the screenshot tool sits inside a broader client portal and AI workspace product; Tampermonkey only source code up to version 2.9 is GPLv3; all newer versions are distributed under a proprietary license despite the extension itself being free to use
  • They diverge on capability: Nimbus Screenshot covers Full page capture, Tampermonkey covers Userscript management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Nimbus Screenshot and Tampermonkey actually diverge.

Attributes where Nimbus Screenshot and Tampermonkey differ
AttributeNimbus ScreenshotTampermonkey
Pricing modelfreemiumopen-source
PlatformsChrome, Firefox, Edge, OperaWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
Founded20142010

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Browser Extensions).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Nimbus Screenshot

  • Full page capture
  • Area selection
  • Annotation tools
  • Video recording

Only in Tampermonkey

  • Userscript management
  • Script editor
  • Auto-update
  • Cloud sync
  • Safari support

Both cover

  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support
  • Opera support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Nimbus Screenshot

  • Capturing full page and partial browser screenshotsnot Tampermonkey
  • Recording screen video from a browser tabnot Tampermonkey
  • Annotating captures before sharing themnot Tampermonkey

Tampermonkey

  • Auto-run custom JavaScript to add features to specific websitesnot Nimbus Screenshot
  • Block ads, remove clutter, or reformat page layout via community/personal userscriptsnot Nimbus Screenshot
  • Run scripts sourced from Greasy Fork or similar userscript repositoriesnot Nimbus Screenshot
  • Automate repetitive web tasks such as form-filling or redirect skipping via installed scriptsnot Nimbus Screenshot

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Nimbus Screenshot

  • Nimbus Web has rebranded to FuseBase; nimbusweb.me now redirects to thefusebase.com, and the screenshot tool sits inside a broader client portal and AI workspace product
  • No Nimbus-branded pricing, plan or storage limit remains published at the original domain
  • The destination product is positioned around client portals, AI agents and project management rather than a standalone screenshot extension

Tampermonkey

  • Only source code up to version 2.9 is GPLv3; all newer versions are distributed under a proprietary license despite the extension itself being free to use
  • Under Manifest V3, GM_webRequest is not (yet) supported
  • Under Manifest V3, GM_xmlhttpRequest fires only one progress event instead of streaming progress, requiring a responseType: 'stream' workaround
  • Since v5.3.2, Chrome/Edge (MV3) requires the user to manually enable Developer Mode, or from Chrome 138+ a per-extension 'Allow User Scripts' toggle, before any userscript will run

Pricing, plan by plan

Nimbus Screenshot

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Screenshot capture
    • Basic annotation
    • Cloud storage

Tampermonkey

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Tampermonkey review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Nimbus Screenshot if

  • You need full page capture.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera.
  • You also want area selection.
Nimbus Screenshot review

Choose Tampermonkey if

  • You need userscript management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
  • You also want script editor.
Tampermonkey review

Questions people ask

Is Nimbus Screenshot or Tampermonkey better?
Neither clearly leads. Nimbus Screenshot starts at Free and Tampermonkey at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Nimbus Screenshot or Tampermonkey?
Nimbus Screenshot starts at Free and Tampermonkey at Free.
Does Nimbus Screenshot or Tampermonkey run on more platforms?
Nimbus Screenshot runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera. Tampermonkey runs on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
Can I use Nimbus Screenshot for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Nimbus Screenshot best used for?
Nimbus Screenshot is most often used for capturing full page and partial browser screenshots, recording screen video from a browser tab, annotating captures before sharing them. Of those, capturing full page and partial browser screenshots and recording screen video from a browser tab are not what Tampermonkey is typically brought in for.
What can Nimbus Screenshot do that Tampermonkey cannot?
Nimbus Screenshot covers Full page capture, Area selection, Annotation tools, Video recording. Tampermonkey covers Userscript management, Script editor, Auto-update, Cloud sync. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support, Opera support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Nimbus Screenshot: What is the pricing for FuseBase's Solo plan?

The Solo plan is free to start, includes a 14-day trial, and provides 1,000 AI requests, 1 portal, 1 client, 1,000 automation runs, and 5 hours of transcriptions per month.

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Tampermonkey: How much does Tampermonkey cost?

Tampermonkey is completely free for all versions and across all supported browsers including Chrome, Edge, Safari, Opera, and Firefox.

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Nimbus Screenshot: What tiers does FuseBase offer?

FuseBase offers Solo (free), Essentials, Advanced (most popular), and Unlimited (custom pricing) plans. All paid plans include a 14-day free trial.

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Tampermonkey: Is Tampermonkey available on all browsers?

Yes, Tampermonkey is available on Chrome 120 and later, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Opera Next, and Firefox with no cost.

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Nimbus Screenshot: What do I get with FuseBase's Advanced plan?

The Advanced plan includes 50,000 AI requests, 100 portals (or unlimited with contact), 1,000 clients, 50,000 automation runs, 300 hours of transcriptions, granular permissions, and white-label capability. Exact pricing requires checking or contacting for current rates.

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Nimbus Screenshot: Can I pay annually for FuseBase and get a discount?

Yes. FuseBase offers annual billing options with discounts compared to monthly payments. Upgrades charge immediately while downgrades apply at the end of your billing cycle.

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Nimbus Screenshot: What add-ons are available for FuseBase?

FuseBase offers paid add-ons including extra automation runs (1,000/month), additional client portals, transcription hours (20/month), and per-user FuseBase AI costs.

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