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Lightworks vs Avid Media Composer: catalog facts
Lightworks	Avid Media Composer
Freemium Free tier limited to 720p exports; paid tiers unlock higher resolutions and features.	Paid Subscription from $259.99 per year for Standard, up to $899.99 per year for Enterprise.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS
Professional-grade editing tools available in a free tier Cross-platform on Windows, Mac and Linux	Established editorial workflow for film and broadcast Shared projects on Avid NEXIS storage
Free tier capped at 720p export resolution Interface has a learning curve compared to simpler editors	Yearly subscription with no free tier shown Steep learning curve for newcomers
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account 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 23, 2026

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