iMovie AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Video Editors
The best Video Editor alternative to iMovie is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to iMovie and loads of them are Video Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Video Editor alternatives to iMovie are OpenShot, Shotcut, Avidemux and DaVinci Resolve.
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796 likes113 Kdenlive alternativesFree, 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.
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- Free • Open Source
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- KDE Plasma
- Flathub
- Flatpak
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Kdenlive VS iMovie
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544 likes128 OpenShot alternativesOpenShot is a free and open-source video editor for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS, designed to be easy to use and quick to learn.
OpenShot VS iMovie
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425 likes122 Shotcut alternativesShotcut is a free, open source, cross-platform, non-linear video editor.
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- Free • Open Source
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- AppImageHub
- Snapcraft
- Flathub
- PortableApps.com
Shotcut VS iMovie
Is Shotcut a good alternative to iMovie?
640 likes140 Avidemux alternativesFree and simple video editor that supports a variety of file types and automated tasks. SIMPLE video editor, dedicated for ONE video at a time. NOT for multi video editing/montage.
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- Free • Open Source
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- PortableApps.com
Avidemux VS iMovie
Is Avidemux a good alternative to iMovie?Comments about Avidemux as an Alternative to iMovie
Avidemux is superb as a quick cut and convert-tool, but it is not a full fledged video-editor
6Simple for cutting existing movies. Save/export is extremely fast.
3Avidemux is not simple to use
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399 likes113 DaVinci Resolve alternativesCombines 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.
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DaVinci Resolve VS iMovie
Is DaVinci Resolve a good alternative to iMovie?Comments about DaVinci Resolve as an Alternative to iMovie
Intuitive..has slightly better offerings for transitions etc.
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432 likes132 Adobe Premiere Pro alternativesAdvanced 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.
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Adobe Premiere Pro VS iMovie
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141 likes115 Olive Video Editor alternativesOlive is a free non-linear video editor aiming to provide a fully-featured alternative to high-end professional video editing software.
Olive Video Editor VS iMovie
Is Olive Video Editor a good alternative to iMovie?
19 likes61 Open Video Editor alternativesOpen 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...
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Open Video Editor VS iMovie
Is Open Video Editor a good alternative to iMovie?
246 likes103 VEGAS Pro alternativesVideo 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.
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VEGAS Pro VS iMovie
Is VEGAS Pro a good alternative to iMovie?Comments about VEGAS Pro as an Alternative to iMovie
iMovie is an all-time free video editing program, but even though Sony Vegas Pro (and all versions of it) have a free trial, you have to buy it in the end and it's really expensive.
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54 likes140 CapCut alternativesThis 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.
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- Freemium • Proprietary
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- Mac
- Windows
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
CapCut VS iMovie
Is CapCut a good alternative to iMovie?
Comments about OpenShot as an Alternative to iMovie
Familiar interface and full-featured app that can replace imovie for users that don't have access on non-mac platforms
Great alternative with one key distinction: that the Windows version is NOT in any way comparable to the Linux version! You'll need to find another alternative for Windows.