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At a Glance
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve
Star Rating
(203)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about DaVinci Resolve
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Star Rating
(372)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Final Cut Pro X
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Final Cut Pro X excels in clip editing with a score of 9.8, making it a favorite for those who prioritize seamless editing workflows. In contrast, DaVinci Resolve, while still strong, scores slightly lower at 9.1, indicating that some users find it less intuitive for quick edits.
  • Reviewers mention that Final Cut Pro X offers superior ease of use with a score of 8.4, which is particularly beneficial for small businesses and beginners. DaVinci Resolve, with a score of 7.8, is noted for its steeper learning curve, especially for users new to video editing.
  • G2 users highlight the audio mixing capabilities of DaVinci Resolve, scoring 8.8, which is praised for its advanced features and flexibility. Final Cut Pro X, while still competent at 8.5, is seen as less robust in this area, particularly for users looking for detailed audio control.
  • Users on G2 report that DaVinci Resolve shines in product direction with a high score of 9.5, indicating strong ongoing development and feature updates. In comparison, Final Cut Pro X has a lower score of 7.9, suggesting that some users feel it lacks innovation in recent updates.
  • Reviewers mention that both products perform well in format compatibility, with Final Cut Pro X scoring 9.2 and DaVinci Resolve at 9.1. However, users note that Final Cut Pro X has a slight edge in supporting a wider range of formats, which can be crucial for diverse project needs.
  • Users say that the transcription feature in DaVinci Resolve, scoring 7.5, is more effective than Final Cut Pro X's score of 6.8, with many users appreciating its accuracy and ease of use for generating subtitles and captions quickly.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
DaVinci Resolve
No pricing available
Final Cut Pro X
No pricing available
Free Trial
DaVinci Resolve
No trial information available
Final Cut Pro X
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
168
8.9
322
Ease of Use
7.8
170
8.4
324
Ease of Setup
8.4
32
8.8
54
Ease of Admin
8.0
18
8.6
46
Quality of Support
8.2
130
8.2
252
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
16
8.8
40
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
162
7.9
321
Features by Category
8.6
46
8.2
27
Editing
8.9
45
8.6
27
7.8
26
7.2
20
8.4
44
8.3
27
8.5
37
8.6
22
9.2
39
9.1
24
9.2
46
9.8
27
8.9
44
8.7
26
Platform
9.1
44
8.7
26
9.1
44
9.0
26
8.4
31
7.4
20
Generative AI
8.3
8
7.5
10
7.7
8
5.6
9
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
DaVinci Resolve and Final Cut Pro X are categorized as Video Editing
Unique Categories
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve has no unique categories
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
79.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
16.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.0%
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
72.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
16.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
11.2%
Reviewers' Industry
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve
Media Production
21.1%
Marketing and Advertising
12.6%
Entertainment
8.5%
Motion Pictures and Film
8.0%
Computer Software
5.5%
Other
44.2%
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Media Production
13.7%
Entertainment
10.4%
Marketing and Advertising
9.3%
Religious Institutions
5.7%
Motion Pictures and Film
3.8%
Other
57.1%
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Discussions
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve Discussions
Is DaVinci Resolve really free?
2 Comments
KF
why has davinci resolve 16 got so many problems? is it in the Hope's users will upgrade?
1 Comment
Luis Enrique R.
LR
I think it's mainly because their main product it's not video editor, but color correction and around that, they built a capable video editor that perhaps,...Read more
he been dancing on that nigga like he mean it bro just tryna make some money plox lmao hehehe i do love kid so much oh wow oh wow oh wow oh wow
1 Comment
Cassandra P.
CP
Is this a question?Read more
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X Discussions
What is the best way to color correct?
4 Comments
Arman S.
AS
Youtube got me through all my FCPX trouble shooting. This video briefly explains using the color board. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CC2L-Ec8GTM Read more
What is Final Cut Pro X used for?
2 Comments
Tom W.
TW
Final Cut Pro X (aka FCP) is used for professional-quality video editing.Read more
Plugin's
1 Comment
Michael B.
MB
You have a few questions. First, there's not an "apple store" for FCPX plugins. Different companies will usually offer plugins for multiple programs on their...Read more