Design & Creative
DaVinci Resolve
From $295Free planG2 4.7 · 221 reviews
Most YouTubers who want a free, watermark-free editor they will never outgrow, and are willing to spend time learning it.
Quick overview
- Pricing
- Free; Studio $295 one-time
- Plans
- DaVinci Resolve is free: up to Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 at 60fps, 8-bit formats, no watermark. DaVinci Resolve Studio is $295 one-time and adds 10-bit up to 120fps, resolutions beyond 4K, Neural Engine AI tools (Magic Mask, voice isolation, Speed Warp, UltraNR), hardware H.264/H.265 encoding and multi-GPU support. Mac, Windows and Linux.
- G2 rating
- 4.7 / 5.0
- Comparisons
- Featured in 1 comparison
Key features
- Editing, color grading, Fairlight audio and Fusion effects in one app
- Free version exports up to 4K UHD at 60fps with no watermark
- Cut page for fast assembly edits
- Neural Engine AI tools in Studio: Magic Mask, voice isolation, Speed Warp, UltraNR
- Runs on Mac, Windows and Linux
Pros
- Free version has no watermark and exports up to 4K60
- Best color grading in this list
- Studio is a one-time purchase
- Cross-platform, including Linux
Cons
- Steepest learning curve of the tools compared
- Most AI features require Studio
- Needs a capable GPU for long 4K timelines
Emily Rodriguez