Cyberlink PowerDirector Alternatives for Linux

Cyberlink PowerDirector is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Cyberlink PowerDirector and 15 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Cyberlink PowerDirector are Shotcut, OpenShot, DaVinci Resolve and Avidemux.

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  1. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

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    Free, open-source multi-track video editor supporting multiple platforms and formats. Features include chroma key, color grading, 4K rendering, keyframe animation, and customizable workspaces. Offers privacy focus, offline use, and hardware acceleration without ads or registration.

    117 Kdenlive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Kdenlive is the best software for video Editing.It has many more effects incomparison to Adobe Premiere Pro and Cyberlink PowerDirector

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    It's because the templated are different and not so friendly for primary users

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    • Almost everyone thinks Kdenlive is a great Cyberlink PowerDirector alternative.

    • Kdenlive is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Cyberlink PowerDirector.

    • Kdenlive is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Cyberlink PowerDirector.

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceCyberlink PowerDirector is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kdenlive is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedCyberlink PowerDirector is not according to our users
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    Shotcut

     466 likes
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    Free and open-source, Shotcut is a cross-platform video editor supporting myriad formats with native editing, multi-format timelines, and precise seeking. It offers versatile resolution supports, capturing options up to 4k, and extensive platform integration through various capture and monitoring services.

    130 Shotcut alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    OpenShot

     568 likes
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    Open-source, cross-platform video editor with unlimited tracks, simple interface, 3D animated titles, video and audio effects, waveform visualization, trim tools, keyframe animations, drag and drop import, multi-language support, and no export watermarks.

    133 OpenShot alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    It's open source and easy to use

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    • Most users think OpenShot is a great Cyberlink PowerDirector alternative.

    • OpenShot is Free and Open SourceCyberlink PowerDirector is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OpenShot is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCyberlink PowerDirector is not according to our users
  5. DaVinci Resolve icon

    DaVinci Resolve

     438 likes
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    Combines advanced video editing and color correction with integrated visual effects, motion graphics, and audio post-production in a user-friendly interface used by professionals, supporting 4K content, node-based control, plugins, and non-destructive editing, all within one app.

    114 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPad
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    Avidemux

     650 likes
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    Linear video editor supporting basic cutting, filtering, encoding, batch scripting, and many formats; ideal for single-file edits, trimming, re-encoding, and simple cleanup but not for multi-track or montage projects requiring nonlinear editing capabilities.

    151 Avidemux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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    Lightworks

     166 likes
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    Lightworks is an editing powerhouse, delivering unparalleled speed and flexibility, fully integrated with the other members of the Complete Collaboration family.

    107 Lightworks alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    OpenCut

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    The open source video editor that gets the job done. Simple, powerful, and works on any platform.

    57 OpenCut alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Docker
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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    Pitivi

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    Free video editor with a beautiful and intuitive user interface, a clean codebase and a fantastic community.

    106 Pitivi alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
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    Flowblade

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    Flowblade is a multitrack non-linear video editor for Linux released under GPL 3 license.

    75 Flowblade alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
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    Cinelerra

     74 likes
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    Cinelerra is a highly advanced and professional non-linear video editing software, but still remains open source. Cinelerra solves three main tasks: capturing, editing and compositing.

    104 Cinelerra alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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  14. Piranha icon

    Piranha

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    Piranha 8 is a high performance end to end editing and finishing solution for film and video professionals. Edit, composite, retouch, color grade and output using Piranha's lightning fast GPU architecture.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • Linux
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