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Best Video Making Software in 2026
Video making software helps you create and edit video projects. Use this list to compare desktop, browser, mobile and API options, plus tools with AI video generation, team collaboration or stock media.
- 30 apps
- Research read 10 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
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CapCut
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2CapCut brings a broad set of editing and AI tools to mobile, desktop, and web, with a free plan and 4K export.
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CyberLink PowerDirector
by CyberLink PowerDirectorFree plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1Choose PowerDirector if you want desktop or mobile editing, 4K export, and a free plan without a time limit.
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Animoto
Free plan iPhoneWebAnimoto offers a free way to create and host videos, with paid plans adding features such as watermark removal and 4K export.
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DaVinci Resolve
Free plan LinuxMacWindowsDaVinci Resolve covers a wide range of post-production work, with a free tier and a $295 Studio edition.
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InVideo AI
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2Pick InVideo AI if you need text-to-video or image-to-video creation, AI avatars, and support for commercial use. The free plan has a weekly quota reset, while Ultra’s listed price is billed annually.
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iMovie
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMacIts free plan, 4K support, cross-device projects, and education features cover a wide range of video projects.
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Lightworks
Free plan APILinuxMac+1Choose Lightworks if you want a desktop editor with timeline tools, collaboration features, and a free plan.
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Microsoft Clipchamp
by Microsoft ClipchampFree plan MacWebWindowsClipchamp offers a free browser and desktop editor with core editing, recording, and AI tools. The listed premium features include 4K exports and stock assets, while there is no mobile app listed.
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OpenShot Video Editor
by OpenShot Video EditorFree plan LinuxMacWindowsOpenShot offers a broad set of desktop editing, effects, title, and recording tools under a free plan. Its listed platforms exclude browser-based and mobile editing.
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Wondershare Filmora
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2Filmora combines timeline editing, AI creation and analysis, and a large listed asset library.
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Runway
Free plan APIChoose Runway if you need video generation with text or image input, AI avatars, API access or commercial use.
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Corel VideoStudio
by Corel VideoStudioFree trial WindowsCorel VideoStudio combines capture, editing, AI-assisted highlight selection and multiple export options in a Windows desktop application.
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Check whether a free plan or trial covers your project before paying. Compare paid-from pricing, export resolution, watermark-free export and supported platforms. If you need to read or change code, check the licence.
Questions
Do video making tools offer free plans?
Yes. A free plan is offered by tools on this list. Check the individual plan terms before choosing one.
Can I try video making software before paying?
Yes. A free trial is offered by tools on this list. Trial terms differ, so review the offer before starting.
Which platforms are supported?
Supported platforms listed for these tools include Windows, web, macOS, iOS, Android and API access.
How do I compare export options?
Use Max export resolution and Watermark-free export to compare the output you can get for a project.
Which tools include AI video generation?
AI video generation is a comparison field for this list. Check the feature details for the tool you are considering.
Which tools support team work?
Team collaboration is a comparison field for this list. Review the individual tool details to see whether it fits your workflow.