Best Video Editors Software — Free & Paid (2026)

Explore and compare 13 Video Editors tools on FreeSoftwareX (Audio, Video & Multimedia). Browse free, open-source and commercial options side by side — compare features, licensing and price — and find the right fit for your business.

What is Video Editors software?

Video Editors software helps teams handle their video editors needs within Audio, Video & Multimedia. On this page you can compare the leading options by licence model — 4 free / open-source and 9 paid / freemium tools — so you can shortlist by budget, features and support before you commit.

Top free & open-source Video Editors

iMovieKdenliveOpenShotShotcut

Top paid & freemium Video Editors

Adobe Premiere ProAvid Media ComposerFinal Cut ProPowerDirectorVegas ProCapCutClipchampDaVinci ResolveFilmora

Popular Video Editors tools

Adobe Premiere Pro — PaidAvid Media Composer — PaidCapCut — FreemiumClipchamp — FreemiumDaVinci Resolve — FreemiumFilmora — FreemiumFinal Cut Pro — PaidKdenlive — Open SourceOpenShot — Open SourcePowerDirector — PaidShotcut — Open SourceVegas Pro — PaidiMovie — Free

How to choose Video Editors

Start with your must-have features and budget. Open-source and free tools suit lean teams and those who can self-host; freemium lets you trial before paying; commercial tools add vendor support and guarantees. Compare the shortlisted Video Editors above, then request a quote or demo free.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best free Video Editors?
Popular free and open-source Video Editors options include Kdenlive and others listed above. The best choice depends on your features, team size and whether you can self-host.
How many Video Editors tools are listed?
FreeSoftwareX currently lists 13 Video Editors tools, spanning free, open-source, freemium and commercial licences.
Are there free Video Editors options?
Yes — 4 of the Video Editors tools listed are free or open source. See "Top free & open-source Video Editors" above.
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