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Video Editing Software Compared
The major editors, the free options and what each one is genuinely better at in a paid workflow.
DaVinci ResolveProfessional editing, colour and audio with a genuinely free version.Editing
Adobe Premiere ProThe industry default for editing, and where most collaboration happens.Editing
Final Cut ProFast, well-optimised editing on Apple silicon.Editing
CapCutQuick social-first editing with strong automatic captioning.Editing
FilmoraApproachable editor aimed at people who find Premiere heavy going.Editing
ShotcutFree, open-source editor with broad format support.Editing
KdenliveMature open-source editor with a deep feature set on Linux.Editing
OpenShotSimple open-source editor for straightforward cuts and titles.Editing
Adobe After EffectsMotion graphics and compositing, the standard for title work.Motion
Apple MotionMotion graphics built to pair with Final Cut Pro.Motion
BlenderFree 3D suite that also handles compositing and motion tracking.Motion
FusionNode-based compositing, free in the standalone version.Motion
OBS StudioFree capture and streaming, also useful for recording clean screen footage.Capture
HandBrakeTranscoding and compression that keeps files a sensible size.Encoding
FFmpegThe command-line tool nearly every other editor is built on.Encoding
Motion ArrayTemplates, presets and stock bundled into one subscription.Assets
Envato ElementsUnlimited downloads across templates, footage and audio.Assets
ArtgridCinematic stock footage with consistent grading.Assets