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Any Video editing software recommendation?

Anonymous — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 09:10:52 GMT

Hey there, don't know if it is a right place to post here.
I want to make a gaming montage video, but don't know what editing software should I use. One of my friends recommend me Premiere and AceMovi Video Editor, but I still want more choices. Do you have any other recommendation? All the replies will be appreciated!

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

leowarren34 — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 23:57:50 GMT

Hi @Anonymous,

It really depends on what your budget is and the tools you need.

Adobe is industry standard these days, with Premiere Pro being a monthly subscription and Premiere Elements being a lifetime license.

There are free and cheaper editors like Movie Maker but they tend to have more limitations or quirks.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

shubham.raturi2308 — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 15:49:01 GMT

Lets me assume you are a beginner and don't have any previous experience in video editing this list will be according to that.

Filmora = For basic editing and adding clips transitions (No skill required)
Final Cut Pro = Between Filmora and Adobe (Need a basic understanding of the features)
Adobe Premiere Pro = For more control over transitions, color grading, and many more (Learning face is highly time-consuming, It will be worth your time)

Thanks and Regards,

Shubham Raturi.

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Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

robert.dickinsonVR2DF — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 20:33:24 GMT

I have used TechSmith Camtasia and Snagit for years now and I am very pleased by its capabilities.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

callie.simmons30 — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:46:15 GMT

As it was mentioned before, it depends on your needs and budget. I prefer Adobe video editing software as it covers everything I need and is the industry standard. Another one I would recommend is DaVinci Resolve. It has a free version which perfectly suits more advanced projects.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

kenneth.wallace52 — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:15:53 GMT

At least some time ago, everyone used Sony Vegas. If more professional level - Adobe After Effects. There are a lot of free editors, but trust me - it's better to understand the ones above. It's also popular now to edit videos from your phone. People even use chromakey to the fullest extent on the phone.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

Mistress0fTheDorkness — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:25:55 GMT

Definitely CAMTasia for me. I originally received a copy in exchange for some work many years ago, but it's affordable enough, I keep my own license now.

Even my kids use it, for school projects.

There's plenty of tutorials out there, and the help files are pretty good.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

TheCADWhisperer — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:37:32 GMT

Using Techsmith - Camtasia Studio here.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

pauljamerson820 — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:57:03 GMT

Adobe Premiere Pro – Industry-standard, powerful, but requires a subscription.
Davinci Resolve – Free version available, great color grading and editing tools.
HitFilm Express – Free with VFX tools, good for gaming edits.
Sony Vegas Pro – Popular for gaming content, user-friendly.
Filmora – Easy-to-use with built-in effects, good for beginners.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

TheCADWhisperer — Sat, 22 Mar 2025 16:13:44 GMT

@pauljamerson820 wrote:
Adobe Premiere Pro – Industry-standard, powerful, but requires a subscription.

@pauljamerson820

Is this useful for screen recording of CAD software steps?

I tried it years ago and it seemed to be a video editing software rather than a screen recording software.

At the time - my research was indicating that another Adobe software in conjunction with Premiere was needed.

Crickets...

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

pauljamerson820 — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:55:26 GMT

Adobe Premiere Pro is for video editing, not screen recording. For recording CAD steps, you could use OBS Studio, Camtasia, or Adobe Captivate.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

deenjames_pk — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:12:45 GMT

Hey! If you're making a gaming montage, definitely check out CapCut—it’s super beginner-friendly but also powerful enough for cool effects, transitions, and syncing clips to music. It even supports keyframe animation and motion blur now. Plus, it’s free and doesn’t slap a watermark if you export right. Worth a try before jumping into the heavier editors!

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

crammerhenry316 — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 22:58:18 GMT

Good question! Premiere and AceMovi are both solid, but they can feel a bit overwhelming for beginners. If you’re looking for something simpler yet effective, InShot Pro is a great option since it makes editing gaming montages easier with quick cuts, smooth effects, and music syncing without much hassle.

Re: Any Video editing software recommendation?

sasabir567 — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:58:42 GMT

If you’re looking for more options beyond Premiere Pro and AceMovi, there’s actually a wide range of capable video editing software out there that can fit different styles of editing, skill levels, and budgets.

For powerful, professional‑grade editing without subscription costs, DaVinci Resolve is one of the most recommended alternatives — it combines editing, color grading, audio mixing, and visual effects in one platform, and its free version is robust enough for high‑quality montage work.

If you want something more approachable with a gentler learning curve:

Filmora — beginner‑friendly with lots of built‑in effects and transitions.
Movavi — clean, intuitive interface that’s easy to pick up for montage or gameplay edits.
Shotcut and OpenShot — free, open‑source editors that handle multi‑track editing without cost.
CapCut or Clipchamp — lighter, template‑based editors that work well for social content and rapid edits.

For Mac users, Final Cut Pro is a strong premium choice with industry‑level performance and optimized workflow.

And if you’re into more advanced effects and motion graphics down the line, tools like HitFilm Express or combining your edits with an effects app can be worth exploring too.