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Indie alternatives to Final Cut Pro
6 products made by independent developers and small teams that do what Final Cut Pro does, 6 of them with a free plan. Free and open-source options come first.
At a glance
| Product | Price | Open source | Self-host | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kdenlive | Free | Yes | – | Mac, Windows, Linux |
| OpenShot | Free | Yes | – | Mac, Windows, Linux |
| Shotcut | Free | Yes | – | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| DaVinci Resolve | Free plan | – | – | Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS |
| Lightworks | Free plan | – | – | Mac, Windows, Linux |
| Wondershare Filmora | Free plan | – | – | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android |
The alternatives
4. DaVinci Resolve
Video editing, color grading, VFX and audio post
Professional post-production software from Blackmagic Design combining editing, color, Fusion effects and Fairlight audio.
Free plan · Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS · Website ↗
5. Lightworks
Professional non-linear video editor
Video editing software with a long history in film production, available with free and paid licenses.
Free plan · Mac, Windows, Linux · Website ↗
6. 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 Final Cut Pro?
Yes. 6 of the 6 indie alternatives listed here have a free plan or are free: Kdenlive, OpenShot, Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve and 2 more.
Is there an open-source alternative to Final Cut Pro?
Kdenlive, OpenShot and Shotcut are open source.
Which Final Cut Pro alternatives work on Mac, Windows, iPhone or Android?
On Linux: Kdenlive, OpenShot, Shotcut and 2 more. On iPhone and iPad: DaVinci Resolve and Wondershare Filmora. On Android: Wondershare Filmora.
What makes these alternatives to Final Cut Pro “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 Final Cut Pro.
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