As internet access has penetrated the length and breadth of the country, vlogs have gained popularity. These allow individuals to showcase their real selves and attract the viewer. Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube encourage the use of vlogs. Creating vlogs is simpler than ever before, and you can record the same on your smartphone.
There are ample free editing tools that let you improve the visual appeal of your content and attract viewers. In this article, we will talk about the top seven video editing tools that are feasible for vlog editing.
iMovie
iMovie is a free video editing tool that comes in-built with all Apple devices. Here, you can record your voiceovers, edit videos in 4K resolution, and complete the editing across multiple devices. It also lets you select your studio logo and add branded effects to your video. iMovie offers picture-in-picture effects, seamless visual traditions, audio fading, green-screen effects, and a lot more.
Pros:
- The tool is simple to use and comes with an intuitive interface.
- It has advanced video stabilization features.
- Split-screen, green-screen, and picture-in-picture mode are some of the advanced visual effects of iMovie.
Cons:
- iMovie is restricted to Apple devices.
- It lacks some of the functionalities of paid apps such as 3D editing, 360-degree editing, etc.
Adobe Premiere Effects
Adobe Premiere Effects allow professional video editing on an easy-to-use interface. Depending on the editing proficiency and the demand of the project, you can edit the content in Quick, Guided, or Expert mode. Adobe Premiere Effects allow Animated GUF Export, Candid Moments, Bounce Back Effect, and several other automated editing options. Adobe After Effects offers great value for money and is priced at $20.99 per month.
Pros:
- Features of Adobe Premiere Effects include VR editing, VR rotate sphere, VR audio editing, video tilting, etc.
- It is one of the few tools to offer Lumetri support.
- The automatic slideshow creator helps in editing quick vlogs.
Cons:
- The tool is available only on Windows devices.
- The learning curve may seem steep for novice editors.
InVideo
InVideo gives its users over 4000 video templates to choose from. The templates are neatly arranged, making it easy for content creators to find their right pick. Post the template selection, there is ample opportunity for customization. The free version of InVideo lets you access all its features and create videos in SD quality. You can upgrade to paid plans starting at $15 per month to create HD, watermark-free videos.
Pros:
- InVideo has an intelligent video assistant feature that makes recommendations to improve the animation speed, text alignment, and other display details.
- The tool has a media library consisting of millions of images, clips, and audio files. This gives a wide range of options to people working on limited filmed clips.
- InVideo is a cloud-based video editor tool and can be used on any operating system and device irrespective of their hardware specifications.
- Multiple members of a team can collaborate on the video making with the InVideo tool. Here, changes are saved in real-time, and you can complete the editing in no time.
Cons:
- There is no mobile application of InVideo.
- Once you select a template and start your editing, there is no way of going back. If you have a second thought about the template, you will have to redo the editing from scratch.
Filmora9
Filmora9 is available for both Windows and Mac systems and lets vlogs begin their basic editing journey. The tool has a smooth learning curve and offers over 300 special effects, 158 filters, 51 audio samples, and 191 mask elements. You can also choose to upload clips from your device. The annual subscription for Filmora 9 is $39.99. However, if you intend to use this tool frequently, we recommend that you opt for the lifetime plan by making a one-time payment of $69.99
Pros:
- Filmora9 has lens correction, auto-enhance, drop shadow, and transform tool features that help to transform your video clip in no time.
- It is designed for beginners and is a lightweight tool that can be used on slow devices.
- Filmora9 has fast video rendering speed and lets you complete the editing in no time.
Cons:
- The color grading features of Filmora9 is limited.
- Fimora9 does not support 360-degree or VR video editing.
Magix Movie Edit Pro
The Magix Movie Edit Pro is an intermediate tool that offers both beginner-level as well as advanced editing features. It has strong audio editing features, movie templates, and tilting tools. Magix Movie Edit Pro is available in multiple variants and with the basic version pieced at $69.99
Pros:
- The tool is frequently updated and offers frequent users newer functionalities to explore every quarter.
- It has great stability and supports 4K and 360-degree video editing.
- There are a plethora of video effects, and you can leverage Multicam editing features.
Cons:
- It is available only on Windows devices.
- The tool lacks organizational features and has slow rendering speed.
Camtasia
Camtasia is a paid editing tool that is ideal for creating video tutorials, video lessons, and other forms of tutorial vlogs. There are several pre-built customizable templates. Using these allows you to maintain the consistency of clips. The pre-built animations of Camtasia help to add a quirky touch to your videos. You can purchase Camtasia by making a one-time payment of $249
Pros
- Camtasia has screen recorder facilities as well, making it an ideal choice for capturing audio and video clips from the desktop.
- It has well-organized motion graphics, image, and audio file libraries. That way, novice editors can create high-quality content in no time.
- Camtasia has green-screen capabilities, some of the best annotation tools, and comes with regular upgrades.
Cons
- It has slow rendering speed which makes editing multiple tasks a Herculean task.
- Camtasia is designed for beginners and lacks advanced customization features.
Avidemux
Avidemux is an open-source video editing tool that is convenient for beginner-level as well as professional video editing. It is a linear editor that you can use to add subtitles to your video. With Avidemux, you can apply filters to your content, insert a video stream and do a lot more. Avidemux has advanced filters that help in deinterlacing and noise reduction. It also supports the seamless insertion of video streams and the use of video filters.
Pros:
- Avidemux supports MP4, AVI, ASF, and several other videos and audio formats.
- It has one of the largest collections of audio and video filters.
- The tool is free to use and does not come with in-app purchases.
- Advidemux has a small file size, making it a perfect choice for editing on low-end devices.
Cons:
- Avidemux lacks basic features such as a central pool for video file import.
- The GUI is basic and newbies may have a hard time navigating around the tool.
All the seven tools discussed above have their functionalities. While all of them have their shortcomings, you need to compare them with your priority list to identify the best fit. When you are clear on your video expectations, you can pick the right set of tools to achieve your vlog dreams. As vlogging gets more and more competitive, such a headstart is necessary to accelerate your journey of becoming popular.
