Pros |
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Comprehensive array of video editing tools aimed at professionals and enthusiasts |
Impressive interface customization |
Excellent color grading and sound editing |
Well-implemented multimedia organization and output |
Cons |
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Monthly subscription model gets pricey over time |
Can’t realize its full potential without other Creative Cloud software |
Pricing |
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$20.99/month or a one-time payment of $239.88 if paid for annually |
$32.99/month on a per-month basis |
$52.99/month or a one-time fee of $599.88 annually for the whole Creative Cloud suite |
Pros |
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Excellent for working with 360-degree and action cam footage |
Exceptionally fast rendering times |
Sophisticated trimming tools |
Different levels of complexity based on the user’s needs and skill |
Cons |
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Effects aren’t at a professional level |
Interface customization is limited |
Pricing |
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$99.99 for the Ultra version |
$129.99 for the Ultimate version |
$51.99 or $4.39/month annually or $19.99 monthly for PowerDirector 365 |
$96.99 or $8.08/month annually or $29.99 monthly for Director Suite 365 |
Pros |
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In-depth interface separated into tabs that mimic the editing process |
Outstanding set of color tools |
Cut tab makes putting out videos that require little editing easier |
Neural engine improves organization and speeds up production |
Cons |
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Sparse documentation and lack of learning materials |
Advanced users and professionals will want to get the paid version |
Pricing |
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Basic version is free |
$299.99 for the Studio version |
Pros |
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Customizable, intuitive interface |
Excellent titling and subtitling options |
Works well with 360-degree and stop-motion footage |
Multi-point motion tracking |
Cons |
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Occasionally crashes |
Doesn’t support keyword tagging |
Pricing |
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$59.99 for the Pro version |
$89.99 for the Ultimate version |
Pros |
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Excellent media organization |
Advanced masking and chroma key tools |
Unmatched for stop-motion video |
Nested projects make reusing assets easy |
Cons |
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Frequent crashes |
Doesn’t run smoothly even on the most advanced hardware |
Pricing |
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$59.99 for the basic version |
$99.95 for the Plus version |
$129.99 for the Ultimate version |
Pros |
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Versatile and free |
Comes with outstanding selection of effects |
Takes full advantage of your hardware without being resource-hungry |
Backed by a dedicated and helpful community |
Cons |
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It takes a while to master |
Limited without investing in various add-ons |