OpenCut vs Shotcut
Comparing two open source alternatives to CapCut. Use the comparison below to decide which one fits your needs.
OpenCut
MITOpen-source CapCut alternative: a privacy-first browser video editor with a timeline, effects, and local editing.
Shotcut
GPL-3.0Cross-platform open-source video editor built on the MLT framework with a wide format support and no import required.
Side-by-side comparison
| OpenCut | Shotcut | |
|---|---|---|
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Self-hostable | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 98,113 | 15,657 |
| Forks | 9,799 | 1,565 |
| Open Issues | 386 | 48 |
| Last Commit | Sep 24, 2026 | Nov 12, 2026 |
| First Released | Jun 22, 2025 | Apr 23, 2012 |
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GitHub stars over time
GitHub stars over time
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