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lightworks · v2025.1,151752
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5.0
Complete video creation package
brew install --cask lightworks 20
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Install trend
Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (Apache-2.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Lightworks is a comprehensive video creation tool offering advanced editing features. It targets professionals needing detailed video production capabilities. Despite its niche appeal, it faces challenges with updates and open-source claims.
Lightworks provides advanced video editing and production tools for creating professional-grade media.
Maturity: The project shows low activity with limited recent updates and community engagement.
Community: Old Hacker News discussions highlight its availability but question its open-source status, indicating potential transparency issues.
Pros
- + Complete video creation package with advanced features
- + Potentially dedicated user base for specific needs
- + Offers detailed editing capabilities
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may delay security and feature updates
- - Open-source claims are questionable based on community feedback
Community Mentions
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