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OpenShot Video Editor vs Kdenlive

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

OpenShot Video Editor

8.0
Media & Design

Cross-platform video editor

Kdenlive

8.0
Media & Design

Free and Open Source Video Editor

Metric OpenShot Video Editor Kdenlive
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 142 270
90-day Installs 401 860
365-day Installs 1.5K 3.0K
Version 3.5.1 25.12.2
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 5.5K 4.7K
GitHub Forks 675 384
Open Issues 357 -
License NOASSERTION GPL-3.0
Language Python C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 14, 2016 Apr 3, 2022

Reviews

OpenShot Video Editor

OpenShot Video Editor is a free, open-source, and award-winning video editing tool that offers a user-friendly interface for non-professionals and educators. It supports video and audio editing, as well as basic animation, making it a versatile tool for content creators looking for a cost-effective solution.

OpenShot Video Editor allows users to edit video and audio, create basic animations, and produce high-quality video projects.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source, promoting transparency and customization.
  • + Cross-platform support, allowing use on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
  • + User-friendly interface suitable for non-professional users.
  • + Support for advanced features like keyframe scaling and animation.
  • + Active development with frequent updates.

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates.
  • - Some past issues with audio and video rendering have been reported.

Kdenlive

Kdenlive is a powerful, open-source video editor offering professional-grade features for content creators and video editors who prefer open-source tools.

Kdenlive allows users to edit videos with professional-grade features, including timeline editing, effects, and transitions.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source, providing professional tools without cost.
  • + Based on established frameworks (MLT and KDE), ensuring reliability and performance.
  • + Active development and community support, with frequent updates.

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, requiring manual checks for new versions.
  • - Potential learning curve for new users due to its extensive features.