Shotcut
FreeA free, open-source cross-platform video editor with 4K support
Powered by FFmpeg, it edits a huge range of formats natively with no import step — multi-track timeline, filters and transitions included, up to 4K, fully offline with no watermark.
Why we picked it
Shotcut is one of the few free editors that feels the same across all three desktop platforms. Built on MLT and FFmpeg, it mixes clips of different formats, resolutions and frame rates on one timeline without a separate transcode step. Filters, transitions, color and audio tools cover everyday work.
The team pledges that downloads from the official site are free of malware, spyware and adware. Fully open source with no watermark and no export limits, it's a solid pick for learning to edit or for lightweight projects.