Adobe After Effects alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Adobe After Effects: subscription only, and steep learning curve. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Adobe After Effects, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. DaVinci Resolve currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best Adobe After Effects alternative for most people
DaVinci ResolveIts Fusion page offers node-based compositing and motion graphics in the free version.
Best Adobe After Effects alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
DaVinci ResolveIts Fusion page offers node-based compositing and motion graphics in the free version.
Best Adobe After Effects alternative for Mac
Adobe PremiereSimpler titles and motion graphics templates for editors who just need the basics.
Best Adobe After Effects alternative for Windows
Vegas ProBoris FX effects and compositing built into an editor on Windows.
Best Adobe After Effects alternative for Linux
DaVinci ResolveIts Fusion page offers node-based compositing and motion graphics in the free version.
Adobe After Effects alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Adobe After Effects?
DaVinci Resolve ranks first right now. Its Fusion page offers node-based compositing and motion graphics in the free version. Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Adobe After Effects?
Yes. DaVinci Resolve (free plan + paid) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Adobe After Effects?
None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.
Which Adobe After Effects alternatives work on Linux?
DaVinci Resolve runs on Linux.
Why do people switch from Adobe After Effects?
The complaints we hear most: subscription only; steep learning curve; not designed for editing long footage.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Adobe After Effects, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.