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The best alternative to Final Cut Pro is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Final Cut Pro and 18 are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Final Cut Pro are Avidemux, VEGAS Pro, MAGIX Video Pro X and MAGIX Movie Studio.

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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.

    118 Kdenlive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    It works pretty much like Adobe Premiere with just an ample amount of practice and workaround.

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    Kdenlive doesn't support Apple Silicon machines.

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    • Most users think Kdenlive is a great Final Cut Pro alternative.

    • Kdenlive is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Final Cut Pro.

    • Kdenlive is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Final Cut Pro.

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceFinal Cut Pro is Paid and Proprietary
    • Kdenlive is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedFinal Cut Pro is not according to our users
  2. Avidemux icon

    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.

    152 Avidemux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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    It is too basic, and it is not a NLE but an LE

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Avidemux is a great Final Cut Pro alternative, some don't.

    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourceFinal Cut Pro is Paid and Proprietary
    • Avidemux is LightweightFinal Cut Pro is not according to our users
  4. VEGAS Pro icon

    VEGAS Pro

     250 likes
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    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.

    112 VEGAS Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
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    Movavi Video Editor

    Leverages multitrack timeline editing, built-in filters, effects, title templates, and stickers. Enhance video with audio tools, slow motion, and stabilize clips. Fast export to popular formats, upload directly to YouTube, Vimeo,...

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  6. MAGIX Video Pro X icon

    MAGIX Video Pro X

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    Advanced video editor supporting DV, HDV, and AVCHD. Features include special effects, audio dubbing, AI tools, easy importing, and customizable interface, perfect for content creators.

    107 MAGIX Video Pro X alternatives

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    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  7. MAGIX Movie Studio icon

    MAGIX Movie Studio

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    This entry-level video editor offers a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface supporting various file types, advanced customization options with presets, keyframe animations for effect modulation, and features such as multicam support, storytelling tools, and more.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  8. Movavi Video Editor icon

    Movavi Video Editor

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    Leverages multitrack timeline editing, built-in filters, effects, title templates, and stickers. Enhance video with audio tools, slow motion, and stabilize clips. Fast export to popular formats, upload directly to YouTube, Vimeo, and Google Drive.

    110 Movavi Video Editor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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  10. Movavi Video Suite icon

    Movavi Video Suite

     7 likes
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    Comprehensive toolkit offering video editing, multimedia conversion in over 180 formats, fast SuperSpeed file conversion, screen recording, and disc burning for complete media management and sharing.

    120 Movavi Video Suite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Steam
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    Flixier

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    Flixier is an online video editing tool with 1 minute video rendering for any video on any computer, streamlined communication features for sending project drafts for review or sign-off without the need for rendering and real-time Google Docs collaboration.

    150 Flixier alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  12. Splice - Video Editor & Maker icon

    Splice - Video Editor & Maker

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    Simple yet powerful, Splice makes it easy to create fully customized, professional-looking videos on your iPhone or iPad. Imagine the performance of a desktop editor, optimized for your mobile device. Just tap to trim clips, add slow motion effects, and overlay multiple clips to...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
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  13. Icecream Video Editor icon

    Icecream Video Editor

     4 likes
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    Powerful and easy video editor to manage video, images, audio files in one place. Trim, flip and rotate, add transitions and effects, add text and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  14. Ashampoo Movie Studio icon

    Ashampoo Movie Studio

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    Ashampoo Movie Studio is the ideal multi-purpose application for video creation and editing. Cut, convert or share your movies and merge photos and videos with elegant transitions.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  15. Ashampoo® Video Filters and Exposure icon

    Ashampoo® Video Filters and Exposure

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    Ashampoo Video Filters & Exposure is intuitive video editing that adds style to any footage! From plain and simple to artful, the program offers users multiple functions to adjust exposure and colors to their needs.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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