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Kdenlive vs OpenShot

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Kdenlive vs OpenShot
FactKdenliveOpenShot
LanguageC++Python
LicenceGPL-3.0Other
Stars6.1k6.8k
Latestv26.08.3v4.1.1
Last push2026-11-122026-11-10
Release cadencetoo few releasesabout 31 days between releases
Active contributors27 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days5 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone
  • Both replace Premiere Pro. Alternatives to Premiere Pro →

    PartialKdenliveMulti-track editor built on the MLT framework; it does not open Premiere projects.

    Full replacementOpenShotTimeline-based non-linear editing with transitions, keyframe animation and titles on Linux, macOS and Windows, in its own interface.