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OpenShot vs Shotcut

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OpenShotShotcut
LanguagePythonC++
LicenceOtherGPL-3.0
Stars6.6k15k
Latestv4.0.1v26.9.27
Last push2026-10-052026-10-05
Release cadenceabout 61 days between releasesabout 47 days between releases
Active contributors2 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Premiere Pro. Alternatives to Premiere Pro →

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

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