Alternatives · Screen Recording
KineMaster alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded KineMaster alternative is InShot (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
KineMaster compared with 6 alternatives: CapCut, InShot, Videoleap, VN Video Editor, Splice and 1 more.
KineMaster has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99 per month, or $49.99 per year (App Store prices vary). 4 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KineMasterThis tool | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| CapCut | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| InShot | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Videoleap | Free plan · from $4.99 | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| VN Video Editor | Free plan · from $7.99 | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android |
| Splice | Free trial · from $9.99 | Trial only | iOS, Android |
| LumaFusion | From $29.99 one-time | No | macOS, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
KineMaster starts at $4.17 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 2 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: InShot.
CapCut scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from KineMaster
CapCut
Video and photo editor with effects, auto captions and AI tools
- CapCut starts at $9.99 per month for Standard, as a US App Store in-app purchase.
- CapCut also lists macOS and Windows apps.
- CapCut does not cover transcription, templates and text to speech, which KineMaster does.
Suits: Short-form video for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube
InShot
Mobile video and photo editor for iPhone and Android
- InShot starts at $4.99 per month for InShot Pro, or $19.99 per year.
- InShot can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- InShot does not cover templates, which KineMaster does.
Suits: Editing short social videos directly on a phone
Videoleap
Mobile and web video editor with templates and AI effects
- Videoleap starts at $4.99, billing period not shown on the App Store listing.
- Videoleap also lists a web app.
- Videoleap does not cover transcription and text to speech, which KineMaster does.
Suits: Social video creators editing from a phone
VN Video Editor
Free multi-track video and photo editor for phones and Mac
- VN Video Editor starts at $7.99 for VN Pro on iPhone (billing period not shown).
- VN Video Editor also lists a macOS app.
Suits: Mobile creators who want a no-watermark free editor
Splice
Mobile video editor for iPhone and iPad with a subscription
- Splice starts at $9.99, billing period not shown in the App Store listing.
- Splice has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike KineMaster.
- Splice also covers file sharing.
- Splice does not cover transcription, templates and text to speech, which KineMaster does.
Suits: Phone-only editing of short social videos
LumaFusion
Multitrack video editor for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Android
- LumaFusion starts at $29.99 one-time.
- LumaFusion has no free plan, unlike KineMaster.
- LumaFusion also lists a macOS app.
- LumaFusion can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- LumaFusion does not cover transcription, templates and text to speech, which KineMaster does.
Suits: Creators editing on an iPad or iPhone
Limits worth knowing in KineMaster
- It runs on iOS and Android only; the site lists no desktop or web editor.
- The App Store shows several Premium prices ($8.49 to $11.99 monthly, $49.99 to $59.99 annual), so the amount charged can differ.
- Many assets in the Asset Store are sold separately; Google Play lists items at $0.19 to $77.77 each.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to KineMaster?
The alternatives to KineMaster in this directory are CapCut, InShot, Videoleap, VN Video Editor, Splice and LumaFusion. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with KineMaster.
Is there a free alternative to KineMaster?
Yes. CapCut, InShot, Videoleap and VN Video Editor have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which KineMaster alternatives work on Windows?
The KineMaster listing does not include a Windows app. CapCut lists one.
Which KineMaster alternatives work on macOS?
The KineMaster listing does not include a macOS app. CapCut, VN Video Editor and LumaFusion list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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