Head to head
Kdenlive vs Shotcut
Both are free, open-source video editors for Windows, Mac, and Linux with a timeline. Kdenlive lists effects and 4K export. Shotcut's strength is opening almost any format on a simple timeline.
Kdenlive
A free open-source video editor with a timeline, effects, and 4K export on Windows, Mac, and Linux
Choose Kdenlive if you want more effects and are exporting in 4K.
Shotcut
A free open-source video editor that opens almost any format and edits on a simple timeline
Choose Shotcut if you have footage in awkward formats and want the simpler editor.
| Kdenlive | Shotcut | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free / open source | Free / open source |
| Free option | Yes, open source | Yes, open source |
| Toolora score | 90/100 | 88/100 |
| Known for | Timeline editor · Effects · 4K export · Windows, Mac, Linux | Many formats · Timeline editor · Filters · Windows, Mac, Linux |
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