Final Cut Pro Alternatives for Linux

Final Cut Pro 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 Final Cut Pro and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Final Cut Pro are Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, OpenShot and Avidemux.

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Final Cut Pro alternatives are mainly Video Editors, but if you're looking for Video Converters or Animated GIF Creators you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Android, Free, Android Tablet, iPad, Linux and Mac. 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 Final Cut Pro.
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  1. Kdenlive icon
     915 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.

    132 Kdenlive alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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  2. Shotcut icon
     490 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.

    149 Shotcut alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
     
  3. DaVinci Resolve icon
     461 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.

    137 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • iPad
     
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  4. OpenShot icon
     587 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.

    146 OpenShot alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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  5. Avidemux icon
     664 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.

    168 Avidemux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
     
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  6. OpenCut icon
     21 likes

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

    71 OpenCut alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Docker
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. Lightworks icon
     170 likes

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

    120 Lightworks alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  8. Flowblade icon
     30 likes

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

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
  9. WannaCut icon
     10 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.

    54 WannaCut alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10. Pitivi icon
     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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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
     
  11. Cinecred icon
     15 likes

    Create beautiful film credits without the pain.

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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