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VSDC Free Video Editor vs Lightworks: catalog facts
VSDC Free Video Editor	Lightworks
Free The free edition has no watermark or export limits; a separate Pro edition is sold.	Freemium Free tier limited to 720p exports; paid tiers unlock higher resolutions and features.
Windows	Windows, macOS, Linux
Exports up to 4K with no watermark Color grading tools with LUTs and scopes	Professional-grade editing tools available in a free tier Cross-platform on Windows, Mac and Linux
Windows only Not open source	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
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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