Pinnacle Studio Alternatives for Mac

Pinnacle Studio is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac 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 Pinnacle Studio and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Pinnacle Studio are Shotcut, Avidemux, DaVinci Resolve and OpenShot.

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Pinnacle Studio alternatives are mainly Video Editors but may also be Animation Makers or Screen Recorders.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Pinnacle Studio.
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Pinnacle Studio alternatives page was last updated Feb 4, 2025
  1. Kdenlive icon
     791 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.

    113 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
    Kdenlive iconPinnacle Studio Icon

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    Comments about Kdenlive as an Alternative to Pinnacle Studio
     
    LucaFinizio

    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.

    Positive commentJan 15, 2020
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    • Most users think Kdenlive is a great Pinnacle Studio alternative.

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

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

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Shotcut icon
     423 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
    Shotcut iconPinnacle Studio Icon

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  3. 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
    Avidemux iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    Avidemux VS Pinnacle Studio

    Is Avidemux a good alternative to Pinnacle Studio?
     
    Comments about Avidemux as an Alternative to Pinnacle Studio
     
    Guest

    Does not seem to have timeline or scene editing

    Negative commentOct 6, 2015
    3
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    • Most users think Avidemux is a great Pinnacle Studio alternative.

    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • Avidemux is LightweightPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  4. DaVinci Resolve icon
     397 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
    DaVinci Resolve iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    DaVinci Resolve VS Pinnacle Studio

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    • DaVinci Resolve is the most popular iPad alternative to Pinnacle Studio.

    • DaVinci Resolve is Freemium and ProprietaryPinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
  5. OpenShot icon
     540 likes

    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.

    129 OpenShot alternatives
    OpenShot screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No Watermark
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  3D animated titles
    4.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  32-bit support
    7.  Non Destructive Editing
    8.  Photo effects
    9.  Layer Movement
    10.  Geometry editing
    11.  Edit screenshots
    12. Blender icon  Blender Integration
    OpenShot iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    OpenShot VS Pinnacle Studio

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    Comments about OpenShot as an Alternative to Pinnacle Studio
     
    Guest

    it's free and easy to use for simple editing

    Positive commentApr 13, 2020
    0
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    OpenShot icon
    • Most users think OpenShot is a great Pinnacle Studio alternative.

    • OpenShot is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • OpenShot is Lightweight and Privacy focusedPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  6. Adobe Premiere Pro icon
     428 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.

    133 Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives
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    License model

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    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 iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    Adobe Premiere Pro VS Pinnacle Studio

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    • Most users think Adobe Premiere Pro is a great Pinnacle Studio alternative.

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

    • Adobe Premiere Pro is Paid and ProprietaryPinnacle Studio is also Paid and Proprietary
  7. 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
    Olive Video Editor iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    Olive Video Editor VS Pinnacle Studio

    Is Olive Video Editor a good alternative to Pinnacle Studio?
     
    Comments about Olive Video Editor as an Alternative to Pinnacle Studio
     
    Guest

    My brother uses it and He has mad a lot of really good edited movies and even entered them into competitions!!

    Positive commentDec 3, 2020
    0
    Pinnacle Studio Icon
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    • Olive Video Editor is Free and Open SourcePinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • Olive Video Editor is LightweightPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  8. CapCut icon
     51 likes

    CapCut is a free video editing app offering a suite of features including cutting, speed adjustment, advanced filters, a vast music library, and creative effects to help users produce high-quality videos.

    139 CapCut alternatives
    Web Editor

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

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

    CapCut VS Pinnacle Studio

    Is CapCut a good alternative to Pinnacle Studio?
     
    • CapCut is the most popular Web-based, iPhone & Android Tablet alternative to Pinnacle Studio.

    • CapCut is Freemium and ProprietaryPinnacle Studio is Paid and Proprietary
    • CapCut is LightweightPinnacle Studio is not according to our users
  9. Camtasia icon
     229 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.

    253 Camtasia alternatives
    Camtasia Studio 9

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Top Camtasia Features

    1.  Screen Recording
    2.  Built-in Screen Capture
    3.  Built-in editor
    4.  Capture Video
    5.  Image Annotations
    6.  Interface Overlay
    7.  Support for HD videos
    8.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    9.  Swiping from all window edges
    10.  Graphical component
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Ad-free
    Camtasia iconPinnacle Studio Icon

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  10. 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
    Lightworks screenshot 1

    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
    Lightworks iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    Lightworks VS Pinnacle Studio

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  11. Final Cut Pro icon
     112 likes

    Final Cut Pro provides non-linear, non-destructive editing of any QuickTime-compatible video format including DV, HDV, P2 MXF (DVCProHD), XDCAM (via plug-in), and 2K film formats. It supports a number of simultaneously composited video tracks (limited mainly by video format and...

    128 Final Cut Pro alternatives
    Final Cut Pro screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad

    Final Cut Pro Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Keyframe Animation
    3.  Non linear editor
    4.  Non linear presentation
    5.  Linear editor
    Final Cut Pro iconPinnacle Studio Icon

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  12. Nugget Video Editor icon
     5 likes

    Seamlessly edit videos with motion effects, unlimited layers, FFmpeg fast rendering, cross-platform support, and multilingual functionality for creative control.

    51 Nugget Video Editor alternatives
    Nugget Video Editor screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Top Nugget Video Editor Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Support for Layers
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Non Destructive Editing
    8.  Mix Music
    9.  Timeline-based
    10.  Electron based
    11.  Visual timeline
    12.  Cut video
    Nugget Video Editor iconPinnacle Studio Icon

    Nugget Video Editor VS Pinnacle Studio

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