Pinnacle Studio AlternativesTop Video Editors and other similar apps like Pinnacle Studio

Pinnacle Studio is described as 'Non-linear video editor for Windows with support for HD, 4K, 360 video, unlimited tracks, advanced effects, multi-camera editing, and precise keyframe controls' and is a Video Editor in the video & movies category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Pinnacle Studio for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPhone, Web-based and Android apps. The best Pinnacle Studio alternative is Kdenlive, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Pinnacle Studio are Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, OpenShot and Avidemux.

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  1. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

     881 likes

    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.

    119 Kdenlive alternatives

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    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Kdenlive vs Pinnacle Studio Comments
    LucaFinizio
    Positive
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    It's faster than other software, quite easy to use, and rich of feautres! And it's also open source! I always use this software.

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • Kdenlive is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  2. Shotcut icon

    Shotcut

     475 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.

    133 Shotcut alternatives

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    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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  4. DaVinci Resolve icon

    DaVinci Resolve

     445 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.

    119 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

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    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • iPad
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    Animoto

    Create videos using images, clips, and music with drag-and-drop tools, built-in and custom audio, motion graphics, stock library access, collaborative editing, cloud storage, and brand customization, all accessible in-browser wit...

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  6. OpenShot icon

    OpenShot

     574 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.

    135 OpenShot alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    OpenShot vs Pinnacle Studio Comments
    Guest
    Positive
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    it's free and easy to use for simple editing

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • OpenShot is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • OpenShot is Lightweight and Privacy focusedPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  7. Avidemux icon

    Avidemux

     653 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.

    156 Avidemux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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    Avidemux vs Pinnacle Studio Comments
    Guest
    Negative
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    Does not seem to have timeline or scene editing

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • Avidemux is LightweightPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  8. Adobe Premiere Pro icon

    Adobe Premiere Pro

     437 likes

    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.

    144 Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives

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  10. Olive Video Editor icon

    Olive Video Editor

     148 likes

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

    120 Olive Video Editor alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    Olive Video Editor vs Pinnacle Studio Comments
    Guest
    Positive
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    My brother uses it and He has mad a lot of really good edited movies and even entered them into competitions!!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Olive Video Editor is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • Olive Video Editor is Lightweight and Privacy focusedPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
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    VEGAS Pro

     252 likes

    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.

    114 VEGAS Pro alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Steam
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  12. CapCut icon

    CapCut

     69 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.

    170 CapCut alternatives

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  13. Open Video Editor icon

    Open Video Editor

     30 likes

    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...

    73 Open Video Editor alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  14. Camtasia icon

    Camtasia

     234 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.

    274 Camtasia alternatives

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    Lightworks

     167 likes

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

    109 Lightworks alternatives

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    • Freemium
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