Alternatives · Screen Recording
LumaFusion alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded LumaFusion alternative is InShot (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
LumaFusion compared with 5 alternatives: CapCut, VN Video Editor, KineMaster, InShot and Final Cut Pro.
LumaFusion is a paid product, starting at $29.99 one-time. 4 of the 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LumaFusionThis tool | From $29.99 one-time | No | macOS, iOS, Android |
| CapCut | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| VN Video Editor | Free plan · from $7.99 | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android |
| KineMaster | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| InShot | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Final Cut Pro | Free trial · from $12.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from LumaFusion
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 has a free plan, which LumaFusion lacks.
- CapCut also lists a Windows app.
Suits: Short-form video for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube
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 has a free plan, which LumaFusion lacks.
- VN Video Editor also covers transcription, templates and text to speech.
Suits: Mobile creators who want a no-watermark free editor
KineMaster
Mobile video editor with templates, layers and AI tools
- KineMaster starts at $9.99 per month, or $49.99 per year (App Store prices vary).
- KineMaster has a free plan, which LumaFusion lacks.
- KineMaster lists no macOS app, which LumaFusion has.
- KineMaster also covers transcription, templates and text to speech.
Suits: Editing short social videos on a phone or tablet
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 has a free plan, which LumaFusion lacks.
- InShot lists no macOS app, which LumaFusion has.
- InShot also covers transcription and text to speech.
Suits: Editing short social videos directly on a phone
Final Cut Pro
Apple's professional video editor for Mac and iPad
- Final Cut Pro starts at $12.99 per month or $129 per year for Apple Creator Studio.
- Final Cut Pro lists no Android app, which LumaFusion has.
- Final Cut Pro also covers transcription.
Suits: Mac-based editors who want an editor tuned for Apple silicon
Limits worth knowing in LumaFusion
- Speed Ramping, Multicam Studio and FCPXML Export are separate $19.99 purchases or part of Creator Pass, and the vendor lists some of them as iOS only.
- The Android and ChromeOS version lists 6 video and 6 audio tracks, and requires 3GB of RAM and Android 10 or above.
- On Mac it runs on Apple Silicon Macs; the App Store listing shows an iOS app designed for iPad.
- No Windows or Linux version is listed.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LumaFusion?
The alternatives to LumaFusion in this directory are CapCut, VN Video Editor, KineMaster, InShot and Final Cut Pro. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LumaFusion.
Is there a free alternative to LumaFusion?
Yes. CapCut, VN Video Editor, KineMaster and InShot have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which LumaFusion alternatives work on Windows?
The LumaFusion listing does not include a Windows app. CapCut lists 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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