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Indie alternatives to CapCut
4 products made by independent developers and small teams that do what CapCut does, 4 of them with a free plan. Free and open-source options come first.
At a glance
| Product | Price | Open source | Self-host | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flixier | Free plan | – | – | Web |
| Kapwing | Free plan | – | – | Web |
| VEED | Free plan | – | – | Web |
| Wondershare Filmora | Free plan | – | – | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android |
The alternatives
4. Wondershare Filmora
Video editor for creators
Video editing software with templates, effects and AI tools aimed at YouTubers and casual creators.
Free plan · Mac, Windows, iOS, Android · Website ↗
Questions
Is there a free alternative to CapCut?
Yes. 4 of the 4 indie alternatives listed here have a free plan or are free: Flixier, Kapwing, VEED and Wondershare Filmora.
Which CapCut alternatives work on Mac, Windows, iPhone or Android?
On Mac: Wondershare Filmora. On Windows: Wondershare Filmora. On iPhone and iPad: Wondershare Filmora. On Android: Wondershare Filmora. On the web: Flixier, Kapwing and VEED.
What makes these alternatives to CapCut “indie”?
They are built by independent developers or small teams rather than large companies. Each one is listed because it does the same core job as CapCut.
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