Here are just some of the absolute best to consider checking out.
Multiples layers for video, photos, effects, stickers.
Access to the Asset Store for music, clips, etc.
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No default transition setting.
Watermarks on videos exported via the free version.
Not able to upload multiple media at once.
Price: Free with in-app purchases ranging from $.50 to $78.
Powerful, Intuitive and Connected to the Cloud: Adobe Premiere Rush
Intuitive app with drag-and-drop functionality.
Integration with Creative Cloud and desktop app.
Multitracking for multiple clips.
Free version limited to just three exports.
Difficulty editing long videos.
Adobe Premiere Rush is also included with Premiere Pro.
Includes a fast and slow motion feature.
Ability to blur backgrounds in both videos and photos.
Videos exported in low quality with watermark in free version.
Invasive ads and prompts to upgrade the app.
Price: Free with in-app purchases ranging from $1 to $100.
AI-Powered Video Creation: Magisto
Smart video creation based on chosen editing style.
Advanced features like stabilization and facial recognition.
Designed for social media video marketers.
Very limited access to features with free use of the app.
Not ideal for manual video editing.
Similar to Quik, Magisto usesartificial intelligenceto analyze videos and pick the best parts to feature.
The app will do the rest.
Price: Free with in-app purchases ranging from $1 to $200.
Highlight Those Awesome Action Shots: ActionDirector
Intuitive interface that produces 4K video.
Ability to add and edit complex action effects.
Option to watch a short ad to get rid of the watermark.
Limited number of features.
Only suitable for fast editing and beginner video editors.
ActionDirector is a video editor app designed specifically for action clip editing.
Price: Free with in-app purchase ranging from $2 to $25.
Adjustable video color options.
Customizable music and voiceover features.
Can’t add multiple layers to videos.
Photo duration is limited to just 10 seconds.
Price: Free with in-app purchases ranging from $3 to $20.
Built for posting video to major social networks.
Premium features included in free version.
Extra visual features like text, stickers, and emojis.
Ads with the free version.
Exported videos include watermark with free version.
Basic video track timeline makes extensive editing hard.
Price: Free with a premium version for $3.99.
For the Video Editing Pro: PowerDirector
Powerful timeline with multiple tracks.
Ability to stabilize shaky videos footage.
Helpful tutorials included for all features.
Videos can be exported in 4K resolution.
Not ideal for a casual or beginner video editor.
Ads and watermark applied to videos in free version.
The app’s chroma key feature even lets you add voiceovers, action effects and background graphics.
Price: Free with in-app purchases ranging from $1 to $250.
Lots of Features Packed Into One Free App: Filmora
Instant video preview after applying effects.
Professional editing tools in free version.
No time limits on video clips.
A wordmark at the end of the video in free version.
Lots of reported glitches, crashes and lagging.
It’s perfect for creating videos for social networks like Instagram, Facebook and others.
Price: Free with in-app purchase of $.50 to $60.
