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Kdenlive vs Shotcut

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KdenliveShotcut
LanguageC++C++
LicenceGPL-3.0GPL-3.0
Stars6.1k16k
Latestv26.08.3v26.9.27
Last push2026-11-122026-11-12
Release cadencetoo few releasestoo few releases
Active contributors27 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days10 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Premiere Pro. Alternatives to Premiere Pro →

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

    Full replacementShotcutTimeline-based non-linear video editing with filters and FFmpeg format support, in its own interface.