Choose CopyQ if you want
Cross-platform users who want scripted clipboard history.
The best cross-platform open-source clipboard manager here, running on Linux, Windows and macOS with scripting support. Its advanced features take time to learn, and install steps vary by platform.
Choose Paste if you want
Apple users who want one clipboard across devices.
The most complete clipboard manager here for Apple users, with sync across Mac, iPhone and iPad, pinboards and searchable history. It is a subscription after a seven-day trial, and it does not run on Windows or Linux.
The main differences
- Only CopyQ runs on Linux.
- Only CopyQ runs on Windows.
- Only Paste runs on iOS.
- CopyQ is open source; Paste is not.
- CopyQ can be used for free; Paste requires payment.
Side by side
 CopyQ |  Paste | |
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| Score | 85.5 | 90.0 |
| Rank in list | #4 of 6 | #1 of 6 |
| Price | Free and open sourceFree and open source under GPL-3.0 | SubscriptionMonthly or annual subscription, or lifetime; 7-day free trial |
| Free to use | Yes | No |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Platforms | LinuxWindowsmacOSLinux, Windows, macOS | macOSiOS, iPadOSmacOS, iOS, iPadOS |
| Made by | Not stated | Not stated |
| Best for | Cross-platform users who want scripted clipboard history | Apple users who want one clipboard across devices |
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| Links | Visit site | Visit site |
Questions about CopyQ vs Paste
- Is Paste better than CopyQ?
- Paste ranks higher in our list of clipboard managers (#1 against #4, score 90.0 against 85.5). CopyQ is best for: cross-platform users who want scripted clipboard history. Paste is best for: apple users who want one clipboard across devices.
- Which is cheaper, CopyQ or Paste?
- CopyQ: Free and open source under GPL-3.0. Paste: Monthly or annual subscription, or lifetime; 7-day free trial.
- Do CopyQ and Paste run on the same platforms?
- CopyQ supports Linux, Windows, macOS. Paste supports macOS, iOS, iPadOS.