OpenShot Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to OpenShot for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to OpenShot and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to OpenShot are Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, Olive Video Editor and Avidemux.

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OpenShot alternatives page was last updated Aug 17, 2024
  1. Kdenlive icon
     790 likes

    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.

    118 Kdenlive alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    Top Kdenlive 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.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    11.  Add subtitles
    12.  GPU Support
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    Douze

    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 !

    Top positive commentJul 27, 2017
    3
    Guest

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

    Positive commentOct 14, 2020
    1
    ivantalalaev

    pretty good gpu support for encoding

    Positive commentMay 16, 2020
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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
     422 likes

    Shotcut is a free, open source, cross-platform, non-linear video editor.

    123 Shotcut alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com

    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.  No registration required
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    icheyne

    Openshot buggy on Windows at least

    Positive commentJul 24, 2020
    0
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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
  3. DaVinci Resolve icon
     395 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.

    123 DaVinci Resolve alternatives
    Hollywood's #1 Post Solution

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPad

    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.  Non linear editor
    10.  Remove Noise
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Node Based
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    Guest

    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.

    Positive commentApr 28, 2020
    0
    Guest

    Color correction and sheer versatility.

    Positive commentNov 27, 2016
    0
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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
  4. Olive Video Editor icon
     140 likes

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

    115 Olive Video Editor alternatives
    Olive Video Editor screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    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
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  5. Avidemux icon
     638 likes

    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
    Avidemux screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Cut video
    2.  Built-in Video Converter
    3.  Crop video
    4.  Lossless Muxing
    5.  Sync Audio & Video
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Visual Editing
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Support for 4K
    10.  Works Offline
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Keyframe Animation
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    Comments about Avidemux as an Alternative to OpenShot
     
       
    superluminar

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

    Negative commentMay 12, 2017
    15
    Guest

    Can't combine clips, only edits single clips

    Negative commentJan 28, 2016
    3
    vinod_desh

    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

    Positive commentNov 18, 2018
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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
  6. PiTiVi icon
     92 likes

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

    103 PiTiVi alternatives
    PiTiVi screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD

    PiTiVi Features

    1.  Transformation toolbox
    2.  Compositor
    3.  Non linear editor
    4.  Capture Video
    5.  32-bit support
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  7. Lightworks icon
     166 likes

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

    102 Lightworks alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Lightworks Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    3.  Node Based
    4.  Keyframe Animation
    5.  Color correction
    6.  Non linear editor
    7.  Watermarking
    8.  Capture Video
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    RemovedUser

    Lightworks is VERY limited in the free edition, not even close to OpenShot.

    Negative commentMar 17, 2018
    3
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    • Some users think Lightworks is a great OpenShot alternative, some don't.

    • Lightworks is Freemium and ProprietaryOpenShot is Free and Open Source
  8. Flowblade icon
     25 likes

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

    70 Flowblade alternatives
    Flowblade screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub

    Flowblade Features

    1.  Color correction
    2.  Non linear editor
    Flowblade iconOpenShot Icon

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  9. Cinecred icon
     7 likes

    Create beautiful film credits without the pain.

    68 Cinecred alternatives
    Live Visualization

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Cinecred Features

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  10. Cinelerra icon
     73 likes

    Cinelerra is a highly advanced and professional non-linear video editing software, but still remains open source. Cinelerra solves three main tasks: capturing, editing and compositing.

    98 Cinelerra alternatives
    Cinelerra screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Non Destructive Editing
    4.  Transitions Effects
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Portable
    7.  Colour Grading
    8.  Support for 4K
    9.  Non linear editor
    Cinelerra iconOpenShot Icon

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