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At a Glance
Shotcut
Shotcut
Star Rating
(42)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora
Star Rating
(594)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$19.99 1 license Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Wondershare Filmora stands out for its user-friendly interface, making it accessible even for beginners. Users appreciate its comprehensive range of modern AI tools and editing materials, which enhance the editing experience significantly.
  • According to verified reviews, Shotcut is praised for its intuitive interface and ability to handle 4K footage smoothly, thanks to its GPU rendering support. Users value its free and open-source nature, which allows for quick project execution without compromising on essential features.
  • Users say that Wondershare Filmora excels in providing a seamless setup process, with many highlighting the intuitive onboarding wizard that helps new users get started quickly. This ease of setup contributes to a more satisfying overall experience.
  • Reviewers mention that while Shotcut offers a practical editing experience with a variety of materials and guides, it may not match the extensive feature set of Wondershare Filmora, which is often described as a "best in class" video editor for professionals.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Wondershare Filmora has a robust support system, with users rating the quality of support highly. This is particularly beneficial for those who may need assistance during their editing projects, ensuring they can resolve issues quickly.
  • According to recent user feedback, while Shotcut provides a solid editing experience, its lower overall satisfaction score compared to Wondershare Filmora suggests that users may encounter more challenges in meeting their specific workflow needs, especially for more complex projects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shotcut
No pricing available
Wondershare Filmora
Education
$19.99
1 license Per Month
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Free Trial
Shotcut
No trial information available
Wondershare Filmora
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
31
8.8
525
Ease of Use
7.8
31
9.2
534
Ease of Setup
8.1
7
9.3
291
Ease of Admin
8.3
5
8.9
83
Quality of Support
7.5
25
8.4
463
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
5
8.4
80
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
31
8.5
512
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.2
290
Editing
Not enough data
8.4
281
Not enough data
7.8
268
Not enough data
8.0
279
Not enough data
8.5
272
Not enough data
8.3
277
Not enough data
9.0
280
Not enough data
8.6
280
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
273
Not enough data
9.0
277
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
239
Not enough data
7.6
237
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
7.7
46
Not enough data
8.0
45
Not enough data
7.6
44
Not enough data
7.6
45
Video Content CreationHide 23 FeaturesShow 23 Features
Not enough data
7.9
198
Video creation - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
8.0
185
Not enough data
7.7
182
Not enough data
7.8
189
Not enough data
7.4
188
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
186
Not enough data
7.6
180
Not enough data
7.4
185
Not enough data
8.4
182
Distribution - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.8
183
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
185
Analytics - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Training & Support - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.8
181
Not enough data
7.8
184
Integrations - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Other - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
179
Agentic AI - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.9
29
Not enough data
8.1
29
AI Storyboard GeneratorsHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
Not enough data
7.9
22
Script & Prompt-Based Input - AI Storyboard Generators
Not enough data
7.6
20
Not enough data
8.0
20
Not enough data
8.0
20
Scene Customization & Structuring - AI Storyboard Generators
Not enough data
7.8
20
Not enough data
7.7
20
Not enough data
8.3
20
Collaboration & Presentation - AI Storyboard Generators
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.7
19
Not enough data
7.7
20
Toolchain Integration - AI Storyboard Generators
Not enough data
7.6
20
Not enough data
7.5
20
Not enough data
7.8
20
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shotcut
Shotcut
Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora
Shotcut and Wondershare Filmora are categorized as Video Editing
Unique Categories
Shotcut
Shotcut has no unique categories
Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora is categorized as Video Content Creation and AI Storyboard Generators
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shotcut
Shotcut
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
79.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
15.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.1%
Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
79.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
15.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.2%
Reviewers' Industry
Shotcut
Shotcut
Graphic Design
15.4%
Media Production
7.7%
Education Management
7.7%
Online Media
5.1%
Newspapers
5.1%
Other
59.0%
Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora
Marketing and Advertising
10.9%
Computer Software
6.7%
Information Technology and Services
6.6%
Entertainment
5.7%
Graphic Design
4.7%
Other
65.4%
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Discussions
Shotcut
Shotcut Discussions
Is there any other software i can integrate this with?
1 Comment
MV
I can not speak to a true API integration if that is what you are asking. I can share the other tools/software that I have used alongside ShotCut. I'm an...Read more
Is Shotcut really free?
1 Comment
MOBY M.
MM
THE SIMPLE ANSWER IS, "YES" IT IS COMPLETELY FREE. THE SOFTWARE IS FREE TO DOWNLOAD AND ALL THE FEATURES ARE FREE TO USE.Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Shotcut has no more discussions with answers
Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora Discussions
Which is better Filmora 9 or Filmora pro?
4 Comments
KAUSHAL S.
KS
Filmora Pro is the better one as it has the extra features and toolsRead more
Can Any One Ration of Video Profiles??
2 Comments
Is it possible to add more transition effects?
2 Comments
Excel r.
ER
Yes you can download more transition online in filmora online downloads. Read more