Any Video editing software recommendation?

[Anonymous]

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!

[leowarren34]

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. 

[shubham.raturi2308]

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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[robert.dickinsonVR2DF]

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

[callie.simmons30]

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.

[kenneth.wallace52]

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.

[Mistress0fTheDorkness]

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. 

[TheCADWhisperer]

Using Techsmith - Camtasia Studio here.

[pauljamerson820]

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.

[TheCADWhisperer]

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@pauljamerson820 wrote:

Adobe Premiere Pro – Industry-standard, powerful, but requires a subscription.

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@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...

[pauljamerson820]

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

[deenjames_pk]

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!

[crammerhenry316]

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.