Corel VideoStudio Alternatives for Linux

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

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Corel VideoStudio alternatives page was last updated Jul 12, 2025

Kdenlive
892 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.
122 Kdenlive alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-2.0)
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
KDE Plasma
Snapcraft
Flathub
Flatpak
+2
Is Kdenlive a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?

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Kdenlive vs Corel VideoStudio Comments

Guest
Positive commentFeb 25, 2020
0
Free and with lots of function
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceCorel VideoStudio is Paid and Proprietary
Kdenlive is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedCorel VideoStudio is not according to our users
Shotcut
477 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.
135 Shotcut alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
United States
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
AppImageHub
Snapcraft
Flathub
PortableApps.com
+1
Is Shotcut a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?

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Shotcut vs Corel VideoStudio Comments

Guest
Negative commentOct 9, 2020
0
Very less features according to my testing.....
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Shotcut is Free and Open SourceCorel VideoStudio is Paid and Proprietary
Shotcut is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCorel VideoStudio is not according to our users
DaVinci Resolve
452 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.
125 DaVinci Resolve alternatives
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
Australia
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
iPad
+9
Is DaVinci Resolve a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
OpenShot
579 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.
138 OpenShot alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
United States
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Flathub
Flatpak
+4
Is OpenShot a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?

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OpenShot vs Corel VideoStudio Comments

Guest
Negative commentSep 23, 2018
1
Corels Subtitle Editor is amazing with auto audio detector. Open shot offers what you can do in Power Point.
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Guest
Negative commentJul 13, 2018
0
It is slow and has a lot less essential functionality
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Guest
Negative commentJan 28, 2019
-1
The program doesn't have the "Snapback" feature like most programs. If I cut out at the beginning of a section, I have move the entire video to the beginning of the track.
Review by a new / low-activity user.
OpenShot is Free and Open SourceCorel VideoStudio is Paid and Proprietary
OpenShot is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCorel VideoStudio is not according to our users
Avidemux
656 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.
159 Avidemux alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
France
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
PortableApps.com
+4
Is Avidemux a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
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.
122 Olive Video Editor alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
International
Alerts
Discontinued
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Is Olive Video Editor a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
Lightworks
168 likes
Lightworks is an editing powerhouse, delivering unparalleled speed and flexibility, fully integrated with the other members of the Complete Collaboration family.
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
United States
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
+2
Is Lightworks a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
OpenCut
16 likes
The open source video editor that gets the job done. Simple, powerful, and works on any platform.
63 OpenCut alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (MIT)
Application type
Video Editor
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Docker
Online
Self-Hosted
Is OpenCut a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
Flowblade
29 likes
Flowblade is a multitrack non-linear video editor for Linux released under GPL 3 license.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Video Editor
Platforms
Linux
Flathub
Is Flowblade a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
Pitivi
93 likes
Free video editor with a beautiful and intuitive user interface, a clean codebase and a fantastic community.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
International
Platforms
Linux
BSD
Flathub
Is Pitivi a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
Cinelerra
74 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.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Video Editor
Origin
United States
Platforms
Linux
+3
Is Cinelerra a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?
Cinecred
15 likes
Create beautiful film credits without the pain.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Flathub
Flatpak
+4
Is Cinecred a good alternative to Corel VideoStudio?

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