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Lightworks vs Kdenlive: catalog facts
Lightworks	Kdenlive
Freemium Free tier limited to 720p exports; paid tiers unlock higher resolutions and features.	Free Free software from KDE, funded by donations; no paid edition.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Professional-grade editing tools available in a free tier Cross-platform on Windows, Mac and Linux	Flexible non-linear workflow with multicam and three-point editing, nested sequences and markers Proxy clips keep playback smooth on low-end systems
Free tier capped at 720p export resolution Interface has a learning curve compared to simpler editors	The window is dense; new users usually start by rearranging the layout Effects rendering leans on the CPU, so long timelines take time to export
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026

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