Lightworks alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Lightworks: free plan exports only up to 1080p, and smaller community and fewer tutorials. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Lightworks, 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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Best Lightworks alternative for most people
DaVinci ResolveFree professional suite on Linux too, with far stronger colour tools.
Best Lightworks alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
DaVinci ResolveFree professional suite on Linux too, with far stronger colour tools.
Best Lightworks alternative for Mac
Adobe PremiereLarger ecosystem and easier collaboration with other editors.
Best Lightworks alternative for Windows
Vegas ProWindows editor with fast timeline editing and strong audio.
Best Lightworks alternative for Linux
DaVinci ResolveFree professional suite on Linux too, with far stronger colour tools.
Lightworks alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Lightworks?
DaVinci Resolve ranks first right now. Free professional suite on Linux too, with far stronger colour tools. Kdenlive and Adobe Premiere follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Lightworks?
Yes. DaVinci Resolve (free plan + paid) and Kdenlive (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Lightworks?
Yes: Kdenlive.
Which Lightworks alternatives work on Linux?
DaVinci Resolve and Kdenlive run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Lightworks?
The complaints we hear most: free plan exports only up to 1080p; smaller community and fewer tutorials; interface takes time to learn.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Lightworks, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.