The Best OpenShot AlternativesTop Video Editors and other similar apps like OpenShot

OpenShot is described as 'Free and open-source video editor for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS, designed to be easy to use and quick to learn' and is a leading Video Editor in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to OpenShot for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone and iPad apps. The best OpenShot alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like OpenShot are Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, Write-on Video and Adobe Premiere Pro.

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  1. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

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    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.

    111 Kdenlive alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Visual Editing
    2.  Sync Audio & Video
    3.  Split videos
    4.  Keyframe Animation
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Watermark free
    7.  Non linear editor
    8.  MultiTrack
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Add subtitles
    11.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    12.  GPU Support

    Kdenlive VS OpenShot

     
    Comments about Kdenlive as an Alternative to OpenShot
    Top Positive Comment
    Douze
    Jul 27, 2017
    3

    It's also free and open-source, but i found Kdenlive had a lot more features and was a lot more complex than OpenShot could be. A Windows version is also being worked and, even if it's not perfect right now, it works quite well !

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive •Oct 14, 2020
    1

    Significantly more complex, but even for my basic editing needs the stability helps A LOT compared to OpenShot

    ivantalalaev
    Positive •May 16, 2020
    -2

    pretty good gpu support for encoding

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    • Most users think Kdenlive is a great OpenShot alternative.

    • Kdenlive is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to OpenShot.

    • Kdenlive is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to OpenShot.

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceOpenShot is also Free and Open Source
  2. Shotcut icon

    Shotcut

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    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.

    122 Shotcut alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    Text filter settings

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  No Watermark
    2.  Video filters
    3.  Video Converter
    4.  Keyframe Animation
    5.  CPU&GPU Rendering
    6.  Visual timeline
    7.  Trim video
    8.  Low CPU usage
    9.  Portable
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Timeline
    12.  Works Offline

    Shotcut VS OpenShot

     
    Comments about Shotcut as an Alternative to OpenShot
    icheyne
    Positive •Jul 24, 2020
    0

    Openshot buggy on Windows at least

    OpenShot Icon
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    • Most users think Shotcut is a great OpenShot alternative.

    • Shotcut is Free and Open SourceOpenShot is also Free and Open Source
    • Shotcut is LightweightOpenShot is not according to our users
  4. DaVinci Resolve icon

    DaVinci Resolve

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    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.

    110 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPad
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    Top DaVinci Resolve Features

    1.  Color correction
    2.  Colour Grading
    3.  Compositor
    4.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    5.  Built-in editor
    6.  Advanced Trimming
    7.  Hardware Accelerated
    8.  8K editing capabilities
    9.  Remove Noise
    10.  Support for 4K
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Non linear editor

    DaVinci Resolve VS OpenShot

     
    Comments about DaVinci Resolve as an Alternative to OpenShot
    Most Recent Comment
    dabockster
    Negative •Mar 21, 2025
    0

    Recent versions have been super buggy. Ruined hours of work.

    Guest
    Positive •Nov 27, 2016
    0

    Color correction and sheer versatility.

    Guest
    Positive •Apr 28, 2020
    0

    It is very stable, fast, and have a lot of features, like a compositor, audio editor, and it is the best color grading tool on the market.

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    • Most users think DaVinci Resolve is a great OpenShot alternative.

    • DaVinci Resolve is the most popular iPad alternative to OpenShot.

    • DaVinci Resolve is Freemium and ProprietaryOpenShot is Free and Open Source
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    Adobe Premiere Pro

    Advanced 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...

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  6. Write-on Video icon

    Write-on Video

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    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.

    107 Write-on Video alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Write-on Video screenshot 1

    Write-on Video Features

    1.  Search by tags
    2.  Color correction
    3.  Visual timeline
    4.  Export to PDF
    5.  Video filters
    6.  Embed subtitles into video
    7.  Stickers
    8. Android icon  Android Sync
    9.  iPhone/iPod sync
    10.  Capture Video

    Write-on Video VS OpenShot

     
    Comments about Write-on Video as an Alternative to OpenShot
    Noel Smith
    Positive •Jun 5, 2019
    18

    It's really useful for non professional! I often create video with it.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Write-on Video is a great OpenShot alternative.

    • Write-on Video is the most popular Android & iPhone alternative to OpenShot.

    • Write-on Video is Freemium and ProprietaryOpenShot is Free and Open Source
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    Adobe Premiere Pro

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    Advanced 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.

    132 Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Adobe Premiere Pro screenshot 1

    Top Adobe Premiere Pro Features

    1.  Non linear editor
    2.  Drag and Drop
    3.  Text editing
    4.  Support for 4K
    5.  Crash recovery
    6.  Colour Grading
    7.  Keyframe Animation
    8.  Non Destructive Editing
    9.  Hardware Accelerated
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    12.  Works Offline

    Adobe Premiere Pro VS OpenShot

     

    • Some users think Adobe Premiere Pro is a great OpenShot alternative, some don't.

    • Adobe Premiere Pro is the most popular commercial alternative to OpenShot.

    • Adobe Premiere Pro is Paid and ProprietaryOpenShot is Free and Open Source
  8. Olive Video Editor icon

    Olive Video Editor

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

    112 Olive Video Editor alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Olive Video Editor screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Non linear editor
    2.  Multitrack editing
    3.  Keyframe Animation
    4.  Multi Platform
    5.  Node Based
    6.  Custom layouts
    7.  Support for Unicode
    8.  Offline Data Collection

    Olive Video Editor VS OpenShot

     
  10. Avidemux icon

    Avidemux

     643 likes
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    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.

    140 Avidemux alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    Avidemux screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Easy to use

    Features

    1.  Cut video
    2.  Crop video
    3.  Built-in Video Converter
    4.  Lossless Muxing
    5.  Sync Audio & Video
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Visual Editing
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Support for 4K
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Portable

    Avidemux VS OpenShot

     
    Comments about Avidemux as an Alternative to OpenShot
    Most Recent Comment
    superluminar
    Negative •May 12, 2017
    15

    Only for very simple, single tasks, not for editing a film or so.

    Guest
    Negative •Jan 28, 2016
    3

    Can't combine clips, only edits single clips

    vinod_desh
    Positive •Nov 18, 2018
    4

    This is the best SIMPLEST video cutter. You can remove unwanted parts so easily..just mark start and end at any point in the clip..extremely easy

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    • Some users think Avidemux is a great OpenShot alternative, some don't.

    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourceOpenShot is also Free and Open Source
    • Avidemux is LightweightOpenShot is not according to our users
  11. VEGAS Pro icon

    VEGAS Pro

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    Video 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.

    105 VEGAS Pro alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
    VEGAS Pro screenshot 1

    Top VEGAS Pro Features

    1.  Multitrack editing
    2.  Colour Grading
    3.  Support for VST Plugins
    4.  Transitions Effects
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    7.  Support for 4K
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Hardware Accelerated
    10.  RAW Photo Editors
    11.  Text to Speech
    12.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    VEGAS Pro VS OpenShot

     
  12. CapCut icon

    CapCut

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    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.

    143 CapCut alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CN flagChina

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    CapCut screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Keyframe Animation
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Automated Captions
    6.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Colour Grading
    9.  Transitions Effects
    10.  Non Destructive Editing
    11.  Support for Layers
    12.  Support for 4K

    CapCut VS OpenShot

     
    Comments about CapCut as an Alternative to OpenShot
    dabockster
    Negative •Mar 21, 2025
    0

    Literally spyware for the Chinese military.

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    • CapCut is the most popular Web-based & Android Tablet alternative to OpenShot.

    • CapCut is Freemium and ProprietaryOpenShot is Free and Open Source
    • CapCut is LightweightOpenShot is not according to our users
  13. Open Video Editor icon

    Open Video Editor

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    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...

    63 Open Video Editor alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Open Video Editor screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Crop video
    2.  Trim video
    3.  Rotate Video
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Support for Layers
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Change resolution

    Open Video Editor VS OpenShot

     
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