Kdenlive vs Shotcut
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| Field | K KdenliveKDE non-linear editor with a deep effects and proxy workflow. | S ShotcutCross-platform timeline editor with a gentle learning curve. |
|---|---|---|
| Fit. | ||
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Docker | No | No |
| Commercial | yes | yes |
| Catalog. | ||
| Category | Video editors | Video editors |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Jobs· | video editor, CapCut alternative, proxy edit | video editor, CapCut alternative, timeline edit |
| Activity. | ||
| Stars· | 4k | 15k |
| Last commit· | Sep 6, 2026 | Sep 5, 2026 |
| Last release· | Aug 15, 2026 | Aug 22, 2026 |
| Links | ProjectGitHubGuide | ProjectGitHubGuide |