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Avidemux vs ColorForge
Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
ColorForge covers HDR merging, tone mapping, RAW support, and several output formats on a wide range of platforms. Its free plan makes it possible to start without a listed subscription cost.
Visit ColorForgeThe facts
| Avidemux | ColorForge | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | colorforge.studio |
| Best place | #1 on text-to-speech software | #3 on hdr software |
Avidemux: what it does well
ColorForge: what it does well
- Free plan is available.
- Supports RAW files.
- Offers multiple tone-mapping controls.
- Exports JPEG, PNG, and 16-bit TIFF.
- Available on web, desktop, and mobile.
What to know first
- The listed facts do not specify its editing workflow.
- The listed facts do not detail differences between merge modes.