Shotcut Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Shotcut for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Blender, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Shotcut and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Shotcut are Kdenlive, OpenShot, DaVinci Resolve and Olive Video Editor.

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Shotcut alternatives are mainly Video Editors, but if you're looking for Motion Graphics Software or 3D Modelers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Android Tablet and iPad. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Shotcut.
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  1. Blender icon

    Blender

     1831 likes

    A comprehensive open-source 3D software suite for modeling, UV unwrapping, texturing, rigging, and animating. It supports renderings, simulations including fluid and cloth dynamics, complex compositing, video editing, and Python scripting, running across all major operating systems.

    149 Blender alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Steam
    • Flatpak
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    Blender vs Shotcut Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    14

    It does have a video editor integrated, although video editing is not its sole purpose.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    10

    Blender is not primarily a video editor.

    Guest
    Negative
    5

    Blender is primarily a 3D Graphics program, like Adobe After Effects. Shotcut is video editing, like Adobe Premier

    3 of 7 comments
    • Blender is Free and Open SourceShotcut is also Free and Open Source
    • Blender is a 3D Modeler Shotcut is a Video Editor
    • Blender is CustomizableShotcut is not according to our users
  2. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

     934 likes

    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.

    142 Kdenlive alternatives

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    • BSD
    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Schnatt_App
    Positive
    0

    It is better suited for multi-cam editing (audio-video sync feature)

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceShotcut is also Free and Open Source
    • Kdenlive is CustomizableShotcut is not according to our users
  4. OpenShot icon

    OpenShot

     595 likes

    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.

    155 OpenShot alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    OpenShot 3.3 interface
     
  5. DaVinci Resolve icon

    DaVinci Resolve

     468 likes

    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.

    149 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • iPad
    Hollywood's #1 Post Solution
     
  8. Lightworks icon

    Lightworks

     170 likes

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

    125 Lightworks alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    Lightworks screenshot 1
     
  9. WannaCut icon

    WannaCut

     14 likes

    Lightweight, open-source video editor combines Rust and React architecture for professional multi-track timeline workflows, requestAnimationFrame playback, robust undo/redo, magnetic snapping, easy fade controls, keyframable effects, and asset management on Linux and Windows.

    60 WannaCut alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    WannaCut screenshot 1
     
  11. Pitivi icon

    Pitivi

     94 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    Pitivi screenshot 1
     
  12. Blackmagic Design Fusion icon

    Blackmagic Design Fusion

     53 likes

    Fusion is the world’s most advanced compositing software for visual effects artists, broadcast and motion graphic designers and 3D animators.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Blackmagic Design Fusion screenshot 1
     
  13. Cinelerra icon

    Cinelerra

     75 likes

    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.

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    • Linux
    Cinelerra screenshot 1
     
  14. Cinecred icon

    Cinecred

     15 likes

    Create beautiful film credits without the pain.

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Live Visualization
     
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