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Lightning Assist vs Super Shortcuts

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Lightning Assist compared with Super Shortcuts
DetailLightning Assist logo Lightning AssistSuper Shortcuts logo Super Shortcuts
What it doesAI-powered text expander for Windows, Mac & Linux with voice and AI rewrites Mac automation in a few clicks
StageNot given Not given
Founded2023 Not given
Based inRO Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: up to 20 snippets, unlimited text expansion. Pro: $5.99/month (or $2.99/month with LIFETIME50 code) for unlimited snippets, suggestions as you type, and Lightning Recall. Includes 1000 AI Credits and 1000 Speech Credits monthly on Pro. Free tier with up to 20 shortcuts. Pro: $12 per month or $100 per year (annual saves 30%), plus tax where applicable. 7-day free trial with card required.
Key features
  • Auto-expand snippets as you type in any desktop app
  • Lightning Recall suggests snippets based on the words you type
  • AI Commands for rewriting, summarizing and fixing text
  • Push-to-talk voice typing with real-time transcription
  • Team snippet sharing with up to 15 teams on Pro
  • Quick Access window for snippet search and management
  • Works offline with all core features
  • Import snippets from other text expanders
  • Terminal snippet support for PowerShell, Bash, CMD
  • Hold Super key to access all shortcuts on your keyboard
  • Context-aware shortcuts scoped to apps and websites
  • Voice control for hands-free automation
  • Runs offline with no internet required
  • Sync shortcuts across multiple Macs
  • Starter templates for common tasks
  • Choose on screen for point-and-click automation
  • Chain multiple steps into one shortcut
  • Time tracking to measure productivity gains
  • Works with any app you can type in
What makes it different
  • Native cross-platform desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Combines text expansion, AI commands, and voice typing in one app
  • Works in terminal, IDE, and any desktop app without browser extensions
  • Encrypted end-to-end sync keeps your keystrokes private
  • Includes free AI credits and speech credits on every plan
  • Fires in place within apps you're using, scoped to context
  • Simple Super key interface—hold one key to see all your shortcuts
  • Runs completely offline on your Mac with no subscription required for basic use
  • Free tier with real automation—up to 20 shortcuts at no cost
  • Memorable and fast compared to macro engines or AI agents
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)38 −12 (down) since last check4 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)240
Citation Flow (Majestic)4428
Referring domains (Majestic)2174

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