When comparing Lintalist vs PhraseExpress, the Slant community recommends Lintalist for most people. In the question“What is the best text expansion tool for Windows?” Lintalist is ranked 1st while PhraseExpress is ranked 2nd.
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Pros
Pro You can use keyboard shortcuts or abbreviations to paste the text (or run the script)
Pro Lintalist is open source and developed in AutoHotkey
Pro You can use Lintalist with formatted text (html, markdown and rtf) and images
Pro You can extend Lintalist by writing your own plugins
Pro Easy to use
Very clear and thoughtful user interface.
Pro Flexible shortcut system
Offers many options for autotext.
Pro No subscription, perpetual license
Unlike other text expanders, PhraseExpress is a one time purchase.
Pro Versions for Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android
Pro Phrase menu
Pro Document generator
Pro Portable option
Can run from a USB device.
Pro Works with Mac and Windows and iPhone
There are versions for all platforms, that can synchronize snippets.
Pro Sophisticated macro language
It has many macro functions. Macros can be combined and nested.
Pro Supports RTF formatting and Word documents
Pro Does not force to use a cloud service
It can run standalone without the need to connect to the Internet.
Pro Fill-In forms with may options
You cannot only add simple text input but also radio buttons, check boxes, etc.
Pro Includes Outlook addon to automate email replies
Pro Clipboard Manager with cool extra features
If email addresses or URL are part of the clipboard contents, PE offers you to send an email to that address or to open the web site.
Cons
Con No Linux version
Some people might want it.