The edit

Choose CapCut for template-led social videos and layered edits. Choose InShot for straightforward phone editing and a lower-cost paid option on iPhone. Try a complete export in the free version before paying for either.

“Cap Cut has made post production so simple almost anyone can do it now. There’s simply no reason to not post content online in 2026.” — Janelle Moi, founder of fuckpal.com

Choose DaVinci Resolve for deeper edits. CapCut suits quick clips and simple captions.

Start with DaVinci Resolve for a free editor with deep color tools. Choose Final Cut Pro if its Mac workflow saves you time.

Choose Riverside for remote interviews. Pick Descript when cutting and shaping speech takes most of your time.