Alternatives · Screen Recording
Splice alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Splice alternative is InShot (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Splice compared with 5 alternatives: CapCut, InShot, Videoleap, VN Video Editor and KineMaster.
Splice is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $9.99, billing period not shown in the App Store listing. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpliceThis tool | Free trial · from $9.99 | Trial only | 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 |
| KineMaster | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Splice
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 Splice lacks.
- CapCut also lists macOS and Windows apps.
- CapCut does not cover file sharing, which Splice 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 has a free plan, which Splice lacks.
- InShot can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- InShot also covers transcription and text to speech.
- InShot does not cover file sharing, which Splice 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 has a free plan, which Splice lacks.
- Videoleap also lists a web app.
- Videoleap also covers templates.
- Videoleap does not cover file sharing, which Splice 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 has a free plan, which Splice lacks.
- VN Video Editor also lists a macOS app.
- VN Video Editor also covers transcription, templates and text to speech.
- VN Video Editor does not cover file sharing, which Splice does.
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 Splice lacks.
- KineMaster also covers transcription, templates and text to speech.
- KineMaster does not cover file sharing, which Splice does.
Suits: Editing short social videos on a phone or tablet
Limits worth knowing in Splice
- The App Store listing shows $9.99 for every in-app purchase without saying whether it is per week, month or year.
- The site links to the App Store and Google Play only; there is no desktop or web editor.
- The App Store lists subscription lengths of weekly, monthly and yearly; confirm the price in the app before starting a trial.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Splice?
The alternatives to Splice in this directory are CapCut, InShot, Videoleap, VN Video Editor and KineMaster. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Splice.
Is there a free alternative to Splice?
Yes. CapCut, InShot, Videoleap, VN Video Editor and KineMaster have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Splice alternatives work on Windows?
The Splice listing does not include a Windows app. CapCut lists one.
Which Splice alternatives work on macOS?
The Splice listing does not include a macOS app. CapCut and VN Video Editor 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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