The Best DaVinci Resolve AlternativesTop Video Editors and other similar apps like DaVinci Resolve

DaVinci Resolve is described as 'Advanced video editing and color correction with integrated visual effects, motion graphics, and audio post-production tools, used by professionals' and is a very popular Video Editor in the video & movies category. There are more than 100 alternatives to DaVinci Resolve for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPhone, Web-based and Android apps. The best DaVinci Resolve alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like DaVinci Resolve are Shotcut, OpenShot, Avidemux and Adobe Premiere Pro.

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  1. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

     883 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.

    120 Kdenlive alternatives

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    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Kdenlive vs DaVinci Resolve Comments
    RemovedUser
    Positive
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    Most featureful open source video editor out there.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    jazorb
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    Well it is a good alternative and it would be powerful if it just didnt lag all over my device outside of kdenlive but i might fix this

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceDaVinci Resolve is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kdenlive is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedDaVinci Resolve is not according to our users
  2. Shotcut icon

    Shotcut

     475 likes

    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.

    133 Shotcut alternatives

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    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Oktay Mercan
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    DaVinci resolve, not supporting more format (ex. mkv) and codec. GUI is not bad but too cumbersome even i use GPU support. In the other hand, shotcut supporting even new format and codecs (ex. AV1 and Webm). Even kdenlive not support this new codec.

    Guest
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    Is 100% free, with not restrictions

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Shotcut is Free and Open SourceDaVinci Resolve is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Shotcut is Lightweight and Privacy focusedDaVinci Resolve is not according to our users
  4. OpenShot icon

    OpenShot

     575 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.

    136 OpenShot alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Guest
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    Video editing is complicated, OpenShot makes it approachable to non professionals.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -6

    Best opensource alternative to any commercial video editor

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -23

    Can't even handle 1080 HD! Max is 720. Pathetic.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • OpenShot is Free and Open SourceDaVinci Resolve is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OpenShot is Lightweight and Privacy focusedDaVinci Resolve is not according to our users
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    Wondershare Filmora

    Easy video editor designed for beginners and content creators, featuring a drag-and-drop timeline, 4K/8K support, built-in effects, transitions, titles, AI-driven tools for background removal, screen recording, Instant Mode templ...

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    Avidemux

     653 likes

    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.

    156 Avidemux alternatives

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    • Free
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    • PortableApps.com
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    Do not adress the same need as davinci resolve. Avidemux is closer to VirtualDub

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourceDaVinci Resolve is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Avidemux is LightweightDaVinci Resolve is not according to our users
  7. Adobe Premiere Pro icon

    Adobe Premiere Pro

     437 likes

    Advanced video editing tool offering customizable timelines, multi-format import without transcoding, improved media management, and GPU acceleration for faster rendering. Integrates with Creative Cloud to sync settings, allowing you to edit efficiently on any machine anywhere in the world.

    144 Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives

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  8. Olive Video Editor icon

    Olive Video Editor

     148 likes

    Olive is a free non-linear video editor aiming to provide a fully-featured alternative to high-end professional video editing software.

    120 Olive Video Editor alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    Olive Video Editor vs DaVinci Resolve Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    3

    Everything Adobe premiere is and its more stable and faster then adobe premiere in alpha. Only downside is the lack of effects and features. But it is in alpha really stable give it a try.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Olive Video Editor is Free and Open SourceDaVinci Resolve is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Olive Video Editor is Lightweight and Privacy focusedDaVinci Resolve is not according to our users
  10. Write-on Video icon

    Write-on Video

     129 likes

    Enjoy the fun of video editing with Write-on Video Ultimate. Fast and easy – you can now create videos and scripts simultaneously with Write-on Video.

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    • Freemium
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  11. VEGAS Pro icon

    VEGAS Pro

     252 likes

    Video editing with AI enhances creativity. SOUND FORGE Pro for advanced audio editing. Use VEGAS Hub for media management. Features effects chains and Open FX plug-ins. Utilize hardware acceleration and mobile video uploads for seamless editing experience.

    115 VEGAS Pro alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Steam
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  12. Open Video Editor icon

    Open Video Editor

     30 likes

    Open Video Editor lets you edit your videos. It supports HDR and allows to apply filters. With this app you also can trim, scale, and rotate your videos or even grayscale them. It is also possible to use this app to extract audio from a video, to convert a HDR video to SDR, or...

    73 Open Video Editor alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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  13. CapCut icon

    CapCut

     70 likes

    This free video editing app offers features like cutting, speed adjustments, advanced filters, chroma key, and a vast music library. Enjoy non-destructive editing, keyframe animation, transitions, and 4K support across multiple devices without ads or registration.

    172 CapCut alternatives

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  14. Lightworks icon

    Lightworks

     167 likes

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

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    • Freemium
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  15. Camtasia icon

    Camtasia

     234 likes

    This all-in-one solution offers screen and webcam recording, video editing, and chroma key features, producing stunning HD-quality content easily shareable on platforms like YouTube and Screencast.com. Designed for training, presentations, and more, it supports H.264 format and compact file sizes.

    278 Camtasia alternatives

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