VSDC Free Video Editor Alternatives for Mac

VSDC Free Video Editor 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 VSDC Free Video Editor and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to VSDC Free Video Editor are Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, OpenShot and Avidemux.

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VSDC Free Video Editor alternatives are mainly Video Editors, but if you're looking for Video Converters or Video Sharing Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Chrome OS, iPhone, iPad, Android Tablet, Mac and Android. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to VSDC Free Video Editor.
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  1. Kdenlive icon

    Kdenlive

     875 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
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    Comments about Kdenlive as an Alternative to VSDC Free Video Editor
    gcaptain
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    Has everything I'm looking for and using it feels way smoother.

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    • Kdenlive is Free and Open SourceVSDC Free Video Editor is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kdenlive is Customizable and Privacy focusedVSDC Free Video Editor is not according to our users
  2. Shotcut icon

    Shotcut

     468 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.

    132 Shotcut alternatives

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    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Comments about Shotcut as an Alternative to VSDC Free Video Editor
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Its a good editor with all those feautures

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Shotcut is Free and Open SourceVSDC Free Video Editor is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Shotcut is Privacy focusedVSDC Free Video Editor is not according to our users
  4. DaVinci Resolve icon

    DaVinci Resolve

     441 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.

    117 DaVinci Resolve alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Comments about DaVinci Resolve as an Alternative to VSDC Free Video Editor
    zlelmefs
    Negative
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    Not simple, can't even download it without making an account. No reason to put up with crap like that when the field is already saturated with free options

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    • DaVinci Resolve is Freemium and ProprietaryVSDC Free Video Editor is also Freemium and Proprietary
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  6. OpenShot icon

    OpenShot

     572 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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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about OpenShot as an Alternative to VSDC Free Video Editor
    Guest
    Positive
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    It's free like VSDC but runs on Linux in 64-Bit

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • OpenShot is Free and Open SourceVSDC Free Video Editor is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OpenShot is Privacy focusedVSDC Free Video Editor is not according to our users
  7. Avidemux icon

    Avidemux

     652 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.

    155 Avidemux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • PortableApps.com
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    wbell539
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    Splendid product that is extremely easy to use. I exercise it almost daily.

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    • Avidemux is Free and Open SourceVSDC Free Video Editor is Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Adobe Premiere Pro icon

    Adobe Premiere Pro

     436 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.

    140 Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives

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    Comments about Adobe Premiere Pro as an Alternative to VSDC Free Video Editor
    Guest
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    1

    Adobe Premier is too much complicated compared to VSDC. System reqs are very different as well.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Because it is a Video Editor!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Adobe Premiere Pro is Paid and ProprietaryVSDC Free Video Editor is Freemium and Proprietary
  11. 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.

    166 CapCut alternatives

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    OpenCut

     14 likes

    The open source video editor that gets the job done. Simple, powerful, and works on any platform.

    60 OpenCut alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
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    • Docker
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    Final Cut Pro

     114 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

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  14. Wondershare Filmora icon

    Wondershare Filmora

     69 likes

    Easy video editor designed for beginners and content creators, featuring a drag-and-drop timeline, 4K/8K support, built-in effects, transitions, titles, AI-driven tools for background removal, screen recording, Instant Mode templates, stabilization, and direct online sharing.

    152 Wondershare Filmora alternatives

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