Lightworks Alternatives
Lightworks is described as 'editing powerhouse, delivering unparalleled speed and flexibility, fully integrated with the other members of the Complete Collaboration family' and is a very popular Video Editor in the video & movies category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Lightworks for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPad and iPhone. The best alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Lightworks are Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, Avidemux and OpenShot.
Lightworks alternatives are mainly Video Editors but may also be Motion Graphics Software or Screen Recorders. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Lightworks.Kdenlive
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
109 alternatives to Kdenlive- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- KDE
- Flathub
- Flatpak
Kdenlive is a non linear video editor. It is based on the MLT framework and accepts many audio and video formats, allows you to add effects, transitions and render into the format of your choice.
Kdenlive Features
Kdenlive vs Lightworks
Almost the same functions, but a lot of problems with frame accuracy.
Shotcut
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
110 alternatives to Shotcut- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- PortableApps.com
- AppImageHub
- Flathub
- Snapcraft
Shotcut is a free, open source, cross-platform, non-linear video editor.
Shotcut Features
Shotcut vs Lightworks
DaVinci Resolve
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Freemium • Proprietary
- Video Editor
113 alternatives to DaVinci Resolve- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- iPad
DaVinci Resolve combines the world’s most advanced color corrector with professional multi-track editing, so now you can edit, color correct, finish and deliver all from one system!.
DaVinci Resolve Features
DaVinci Resolve vs Lightworks
muhammadfaragThe free version has much more features than that of lightworks
Avidemux
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
129 alternatives to Avidemux- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- PortableApps.com
Free 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.
Avidemux Features
Avidemux vs Lightworks
Avidemux is linear video editing software and allows only to add some effects on video. Lightworks is a non-linear editor.
Avidemux is not even a bit similar with Lightworks. Avidemux is for editing one single clip.
Lightworks is more of an advanced non-linear video editor with advanced features like the ones in Sony Vegas Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro. Avidemux is a linear video editor designed for simple cuts, which is not nearly as advanced as Lightworks.
Free Open Source Video Editor
OpenShot
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
119 alternatives to OpenShot- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Flathub
OpenShot 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 Features
OpenShot vs Lightworks
Not so similar, it doesn't have effect as much as lightworks, and it's way easier.
Openshot simply doesn't support as many features as Lightworks, Openshot is a much more simple program
Olive Video Editor
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
105 alternatives to Olive Video Editor- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
Olive is a free non-linear video editor aiming to provide a fully-featured alternative to high-end professional video editing software.
Olive Video Editor Features
Adobe Premiere Pro
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Paid • Proprietary
- Video Editor
115 alternatives to Adobe Premiere Pro- Mac
- Windows
Edit video faster than ever before with the powerful, more connected Adobe Premiere® Pro CC. Dozens of brand-new features include a redesigned timeline, improved media management, and streamlined color grading.
Adobe Premiere Pro Features
Camtasia
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Paid • Proprietary
- Video Editor
- Screen Recorder
- Screenshot Capture Tool
200 alternatives to Camtasia- Mac
- Windows
Produce videos for the web using the industry-leading H.264 format. No tweaks or technospeak, just sparkling HD-quality video with compact file sizes...every single time. Two existing production presets (blog and web) and three new presets (YouTube, HD display, and Screencast.
Camtasia Features
PiTiVi
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
90 alternatives to PiTiVi- Linux
- BSD
Free video editor with a beautiful and intuitive user interface, a clean codebase and a fantastic community.
VirtualDub
Is this a good alternative?YesNo- Free • Open Source
- Video Editor
131 alternatives to VirtualDub- Windows
- PortableApps.com
VirtualDub is a video capture/processing utility for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows platforms (98/ME/NT4/2000/XP/Vista/7), licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). It lacks the editing power of a general-purpose editor such as Adobe Premiere, but is streamlined for fast...
VirtualDub Features
DiscontinuedThe project seems to be no longer developed. Last version, 1.10.4.35491, released on October 27, 2013, can be still downloaded from SourceForge