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Adobe PremiereLightworks
Paid

Paid plans, with separate options for businesses, students and teachers.

 Freemium

Free tier limited to 720p exports; paid tiers unlock higher resolutions and features.

Windows, macOS Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Widely used across film, broadcast and web production
  • Editing, effects and audio mixing in one application
  • Professional-grade editing tools available in a free tier
  • Cross-platform on Windows, Mac and Linux
  • Requires a paid plan
  • No Linux version
  • Free tier capped at 720p export resolution
  • Interface has a learning curve compared to simpler editors
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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