iMovie alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave iMovie: apple devices only, and limited tracks and fine control. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces iMovie, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Final Cut Pro currently ranks first.
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Best iMovie alternative for most people
Final Cut ProApple's pro editor, which can open iMovie projects when you need more.
Best iMovie alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
CapCutFree with far more effects, captions and templates for social video.
Best iMovie alternative for Mac
DaVinci ResolveFree professional editor with full colour and audio tools.
Best iMovie alternative for Windows
Microsoft ClipchampFree browser editor that also works on Windows PCs.
Best iMovie alternative for Linux
DaVinci ResolveFree professional editor with full colour and audio tools.
Best iMovie alternative for iPhone and Android
LumaFusionMultitrack mobile editor for iPhone and iPad users who want more control.
Best iMovie alternative for working in the browser
CapCutFree with far more effects, captions and templates for social video.
iMovie alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to iMovie?
Final Cut Pro ranks first right now. Apple's pro editor, which can open iMovie projects when you need more. CapCut and Microsoft Clipchamp follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to iMovie?
Yes. CapCut (free plan + paid), Microsoft Clipchamp (free plan + paid) and DaVinci Resolve (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to iMovie?
None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.
Which iMovie alternatives work on Linux?
DaVinci Resolve runs on Linux.
Why do people switch from iMovie?
The complaints we hear most: apple devices only; limited tracks and fine control; few meaningful updates in recent years.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces iMovie, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.