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Top Open Source Video Editors Tools in 2026

A curated collection of the 5 best free and open-source Video Editors tools in 2026. Compare features, GitHub stars, tech stacks, and self-hosted software.

  • Shotcut

    Free cross-platform video editor for Windows, Mac and Linux

    Stars
    15,001
    Last commit
    12d ago
    License
    GPL-3.0

  • OpenShot

    Free open-source video editor for Linux, Mac, and Windows

    Stars
    6,210
    Last commit
    1mo ago
    License
    Open Source

  • OpenCut

    Browser-based, open source video editor built for privacy. No installs, no account required, works on any platform.

    Stars
    87,092
    Last commit
    1mo ago
    License
    MIT

  • LosslessCut

    Ultra-fast lossless video/audio editing tool

    Stars
    43,234
    Last commit
    16d ago
    License
    GPL-2.0

  • Kdenlive

    Cross-platform non-linear video editor offering professional features for free. Edit videos on Linux, Windows, macOS, and BSD with advanced tools and effects.

    Stars
    5,528
    Last commit
    10d ago
    License
    GPL-3.0
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