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Flowblade vs Lightworks: catalog facts
Flowblade	Lightworks
Free The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and…	Freemium Free tier limited to 720p exports; paid tiers unlock higher resolutions and features.
Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Combines clips, audio, filters and layered compositions.	Professional-grade editing tools available in a free tier Cross-platform on Windows, Mac and Linux
Desktop support targets Linux.	Free tier capped at 720p export resolution Interface has a learning curve compared to simpler editors
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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