VirtualDub AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Video Editors

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

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  1. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

     865 likes
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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.

    117 Kdenlive alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • KDE Plasma
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Kdenlive as an Alternative to VirtualDub
    Guest
    Negative
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    The simplest video task of all time: take a couple PNGs and output some form of video, is already too much for this. Lots of pretty surface, but not much actual ability underneath...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Lester Covax
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    0

    Prone to crashing and unintuitive for simple editing tasks.

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    • This alternative is disputed. Kdenlive is a legitimate VirtualDub alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

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

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

    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceVirtualDub is also Free and Open Source
    • Kdenlive is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedVirtualDub is not according to our users
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    Shotcut

     466 likes
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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.

    130 Shotcut alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Killy
    Positive
    1

    Better support for input formats, such as flv. More features.

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    • Some users think Shotcut is a great VirtualDub alternative, some don't.

    • Shotcut is Free and Open SourceVirtualDub is also Free and Open Source
    • Shotcut is Lightweight and Privacy focusedVirtualDub is not according to our users
  4. DaVinci Resolve icon

    DaVinci Resolve

     438 likes
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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.

    114 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • iPad
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    Comments about DaVinci Resolve as an Alternative to VirtualDub
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    is complete and it is alive

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • This alternative is disputed. DaVinci Resolve is a legitimate VirtualDub alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

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

    • DaVinci Resolve is Freemium and ProprietaryVirtualDub is Free and Open Source
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    Avidemux

     650 likes
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    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.

    151 Avidemux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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    beat_truck
    Negative
    3

    Although I like Avidemux, you cannot capture video with it.

    Lester Covax
    Positive
    0

    Simple, yet powerful program for quick edits (whether muxing or re-encoding). Seeking through key-frames is simple, and there are some additional filters for simple tasks.

    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    VirtualDub clone with more functionality

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Avidemux is a great VirtualDub alternative.

    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourceVirtualDub is also Free and Open Source
    • Avidemux is LightweightVirtualDub is not according to our users
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    OpenShot

     567 likes
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    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.

    133 OpenShot alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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    Comments about OpenShot as an Alternative to VirtualDub
    Guest
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    VirtualDub is easy to use and full of features. You can easily cut a piece out of a video within 1 minute. OpenShot does not offer such easy accessibility. After 15 minutes i was not able to cut a part out of video and save it. I deinstalled it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think OpenShot is a great VirtualDub alternative, some don't.

    • OpenShot is Free and Open SourceVirtualDub is also Free and Open Source
    • OpenShot is Lightweight and Privacy focusedVirtualDub is not according to our users
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    LosslessCut

     126 likes
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    Simple, cross platform video editor for lossless trimming / cutting of videos. Great for rough processing of large video files taken from a video camera, GoPro, drone, etc. Lets you quickly extract the good parts from your videos and discard GB of data without losing quality.

    17 LosslessCut alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. Adobe Premiere Pro icon

    Adobe Premiere Pro

     434 likes
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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.

    137 Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about Adobe Premiere Pro as an Alternative to VirtualDub
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    VirtualDub is a lightning fast and free tool, Adobe Premiere Pro is an expensive proprietary bloated dinosaur.

    In addition, Adobe Premiere lacks the important feature of editing without recompression.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • This alternative is disputed. Adobe Premiere Pro is a legitimate VirtualDub alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Adobe Premiere Pro is the most popular iPhone alternative to VirtualDub.

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

    • Adobe Premiere Pro is Paid and ProprietaryVirtualDub is Free and Open Source
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    CapCut

     64 likes
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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.

    163 CapCut alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • CapCut is the most popular Web-based, Android & Android Tablet alternative to VirtualDub.

    • CapCut is Freemium and ProprietaryVirtualDub is Free and Open Source
    • CapCut is LightweightVirtualDub is not according to our users
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    Camtasia

     233 likes
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    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.

    266 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Animation Desk

     180 likes
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    Create frame-by-frame animation, sketches, and storyboard projects using multiple painting tools, pressure sensitivity, onion skinning, stamp features, layer support, dynamic backgrounds, and easy export to PDF or animatics for sharing or further creative use.

    90 Animation Desk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Rosalind Morris
    Positive
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    Drawing animations is much more comfortable with Animation Desk!

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    • Almost everyone thinks Animation Desk is a great VirtualDub alternative.

    • Animation Desk is Freemium and ProprietaryVirtualDub is Free and Open Source
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    Lightworks

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

    107 Lightworks alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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