Alternatives · Screen Recording
Submagic alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Submagic alternative is CapCut (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Submagic compared with 6 alternatives: Vizard, OpusClip, Captions, VEED, CapCut and 1 more.
Submagic is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $12 per member / month, billed yearly ($19 billed monthly). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SubmagicThis tool | Free trial · from $12/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Vizard | Free plan · from $14.50/mo | Yes | Web |
| OpusClip | Free plan · from $14.50/mo | Yes | Web, iOS |
| Captions | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| VEED | Free plan · from $25/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| CapCut | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Gling | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows |
Price against what you get
Submagic starts at $12 a month for each person and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 6 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Captions and CapCut.
VEED scores higher without starting lower. Gling starts lower without scoring higher.
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 Submagic
Vizard
AI tool that cuts long videos into short social clips
- Vizard starts at $14.50 per month, billed yearly ($29 billed monthly).
- Vizard has a free plan, which Submagic lacks.
- Vizard lists no iOS and Android apps, which Submagic has.
Suits: Podcasters and coaches turning webinars and interviews into short clips
OpusClip
AI tool that cuts long videos into captioned short clips
- OpusClip starts at $14.50 per month for Pro, billed annually ($174); Starter is $15 monthly.
- OpusClip has a free plan, which Submagic lacks.
- OpusClip lists no Android app, which Submagic has.
- OpusClip does not cover templates, which Submagic does.
Suits: Podcasters and streamers cutting long recordings into short clips
Captions
AI video editor and generator for short talking-head videos
- Captions starts at $4.99 per month for Lite (Android only); Basic is $9.99 per month.
- Captions has a free plan, which Submagic lacks.
- Captions also covers noise cancellation.
- Captions does not cover templates, which Submagic does.
Suits: Creators posting short talking-head videos to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube Shorts
VEED
Browser-based AI video generator and editor for social video
- VEED starts at $25 per month or $146.99 per year for Creator (US App Store prices).
- VEED has a free plan, which Submagic lacks.
- VEED also covers noise cancellation and screen recording.
Suits: Marketers and creators making short social videos in a browser
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 Submagic lacks.
- CapCut also lists macOS and Windows apps.
- CapCut lists no web app, which Submagic has.
- CapCut does not cover transcription and templates, which Submagic does.
Suits: Short-form video for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube
Gling
AI editor that cuts bad takes and silences from talking videos
- Gling starts at $10 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Gling has a free plan, which Submagic lacks.
- Gling also lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Gling lists no web app and iOS and Android apps, which Submagic has.
- Gling also covers noise cancellation.
Suits: YouTubers who record talking-head footage and want a fast first cut
Limits worth knowing in Submagic
- Plans are priced per member, and each tier caps videos per month through credits.
- Video length is capped at 2, 5 and 30 minutes on Starter, Pro and Business.
- 4K export needs Business; Starter exports 1080p at 30 FPS.
- API credit packs are extra, from $57 a month for 250 minutes.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Submagic?
The alternatives to Submagic in this directory are Vizard, OpusClip, Captions, VEED, CapCut and Gling. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Submagic.
Is there a free alternative to Submagic?
Yes. Vizard, OpusClip, Captions, VEED, CapCut and Gling have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Submagic alternatives work on Windows?
The Submagic listing does not include a Windows app. CapCut and Gling list one.
Which Submagic alternatives work on macOS?
The Submagic listing does not include a macOS app. CapCut and Gling list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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