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CapCut

Free video editor with AI captions and effects

Easy start 2/3Mostly free to start

CapCut is a mobile and desktop video editor with auto-captions, background removal and AI effects. Most core editing is free, though some premium assets are locked.

Free tier

Free tierYes
Credit cardNot required
WatermarkNot verified
Sign-inNot required
Commercial useNot verified
CheckedNot checked by hand

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Pricing

Modelfreemium
Starts atUSD 9.99 / mo
Auto-renewsYes
VendorByteDance

What it is

CapCut is a video editor for phone and desktop with AI features aimed at short-form content: automatic captions, effects, background removal and template-driven edits. Most everyday editing is available without paying.

Key features

  • Automatic captions

    Transcribes speech and burns in subtitles, which matters for silent autoplay.

  • Effects and templates

    Prebuilt looks and transitions that match current platform trends.

  • Cross-device editing

    Start on a phone and finish on desktop.

Who it suits

  • Short-form social video

    Reels, Shorts and TikTok-style cuts with captions.

  • Quick marketing clips

    Turning footage into a finished cut fast.

  • Subtitling

    Adding captions to existing videos for accessibility and reach.

Categories

FAQ

Does CapCut add a watermark?

Watermark behaviour depends on the template and region. Not verified here.

Do I need a credit card?

No, most editing features are usable with a free account.

Alternatives compared

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ToolFree tierCardWatermarkFrom
CapCutthis toolYesNot required—USD 9.99
RunwayYesNot required—USD 15
DescriptYesNot required—USD 24
FlixierYesNot required—Not published
ClideoYes——Not published
ClipchampYes—NoneNot published
Movavi Video Editor 2026Yes——Not published

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