iMovie Alternatives

iMovie is described as 'With iMovie for iOS and macOS, you can enjoy your videos like never before. It’s easy to browse your clips and create Hollywood-style trailers and stunning 4K-resolution movies. You can even start editing on iPhone or iPad, then finish on your Mac' and is a very popular Video Editor in the video & movies category. There are more than 100 alternatives to iMovie for a variety of platforms, including Windows, iPhone, Mac, Android and Web-based apps. The best iMovie alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like iMovie are OpenShot, Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve and Avidemux.

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  1. OpenCut icon

    OpenCut

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

    58 OpenCut alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Docker
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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    • OpenCut is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to iMovie.

    • OpenCut is Free and Open SourceiMovie is Free and Proprietary
    • OpenCut is Privacy focusediMovie is not according to our users
  2. Omniclip icon

    Omniclip

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    If you are tired of paying to use all the features of existing video editing applications, then you might have found a gem! Turns out Omniclip is fully free and on top of that it's open source. Everything works inside browser, there's no private data being used...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Online
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  4. Lightworks icon

    Lightworks

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

    108 Lightworks alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Ashampoo Movie Studio

    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.

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  6. Final Cut Pro icon

    Final Cut Pro

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    Final Cut Pro provides non-linear, non-destructive editing of any QuickTime-compatible video format including DV, HDV, P2 MXF (DVCProHD), XDCAM (via plug-in), and 2K film formats. It supports a number of simultaneously composited video tracks (limited mainly by video format and...

    127 Final Cut Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad
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    Comments about Final Cut Pro as an Alternative to iMovie
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    Very easy to use. Has lots of features.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Final Cut Pro is a great iMovie alternative.

    • Final Cut Pro is Paid and ProprietaryiMovie is Free and Proprietary
  7. Wondershare Filmora icon

    Wondershare Filmora

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    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 templates, stabilization, and direct online sharing.

    151 Wondershare Filmora alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Wondershare Filmora as an Alternative to iMovie
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    I feel it doesn't have the same level of power as the others, and is falsely advertising itself. To get any functionality with it, you have to spend money.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Positive
    -5

    This is very good because it is free and have rewind easy transition and has way more options than any other apps listed

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Wondershare Filmora is a great iMovie alternative, some don't.

    • Wondershare Filmora is Freemium and ProprietaryiMovie is Free and Proprietary
  8. Edits icon

    Edits

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    Edit videos with the Edits app, offering high-quality capture up to 10 minutes. Utilize AI animations, customizable captions, and share watermark-free videos. Access creative tools like filters and stickers, green screen overlay, camera settings, and detailed engagement insights.

    73 Edits alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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  11. Nugget Video Editor icon

    Nugget Video Editor

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    Seamlessly edit videos with motion effects, unlimited layers, FFmpeg fast rendering, cross-platform support, and multilingual functionality for creative control.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  12. Pitivi icon

    Pitivi

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

    107 Pitivi alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
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  14. VN Video Editor icon

    VN Video Editor

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    VN, a professional mobile video editor, allows you to become a director of your own life via VN video editor maker. Simple, but powerful as desktop editor, VN is suitable for both beginners and professional users.

    126 VN Video Editor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  15. VideoPad icon

    VideoPad

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    Comprehensive video editor with over 50 visual effects and transitions, offering real-time previews and fully adjustable parameters. Supports diverse audio/video formats, adds photos and text, and enables sharing on DVDs, HD DVDs, Blu-Ray, mobile devices, or online. Free and professional versions available.

    153 VideoPad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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