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Shotcut alternatives

Find a different way to work. Compare relevant tools, then narrow the list to what matters to you.

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Kdenlive

$0.00

100%feature overlap

A free, open-source non-linear video editor with timeline editing, effects and audio tools.

Both are free, open-source desktop video editors. Compare interface, format support and effects using a short sample project.

Why this result · 100% data coverage

✓ video editing Verified

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Adobe Premiere

$0.00

100%feature overlap

A video editing application for timelines, title animation, effects and sound mixing.

Both provide video editing. Shotcut is presented as a free, open-source, cross-platform editor; compare format support and the effects and collaboration features your projects need.

Why this result · 100% data coverage

✓ video editing Verified

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Choosing an alternative to Shotcut

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What the verified data shows

Free entry option: Adobe Premiere, Kdenlive
Open source: Kdenlive
Free trial: Adobe Premiere
Windows: Adobe Premiere, Kdenlive
macOS: Adobe Premiere, Kdenlive
Linux: Kdenlive

Before you switch from Shotcut

Points recorded from its official sources that are worth checking against your own workflow:

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Compare effects, colour tools and collaboration with a paid editor for your projects.
Test export presets and codec needs with a sample project.

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