The Best Free Kdenlive AlternativesTop Video Editors and other similar apps like Kdenlive

The best free alternative to Kdenlive is Shotcut, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Kdenlive and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Kdenlive are OpenShot, DaVinci Resolve, Avidemux and Write-on Video.

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  1. Shotcut icon
     478 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.

    136 Shotcut alternatives

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    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
     
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  2. OpenShot icon
     579 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.

    139 OpenShot alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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  3. DaVinci Resolve icon
     453 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.

    128 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

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    • Proprietary

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    • iPad
     
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  4. Avidemux icon
     656 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.

    160 Avidemux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
     
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  5. Write-on Video icon
     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.

    110 Write-on Video alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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

    122 Olive Video Editor alternatives

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  7. 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...

    75 Open Video Editor alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  8. CapCut icon
     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.

    180 CapCut alternatives

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    • Online
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    • iPad
     
  9. Camtasia icon
     235 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.

    289 Camtasia alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  10. Pitivi icon
     93 likes

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

    112 Pitivi alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
     
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  11. Lightworks icon
     168 likes

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

    113 Lightworks alternatives

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    • Freemium
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  12. Flowblade icon
     29 likes

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

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    • Flathub
     
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