Starts atFree plan · paid from $19.99/mo
- Free plan
- Watermark not statedThe provider does not say
Head-to-head
CapCut vs Clipchamp: which free editor is better for short videos?
At a glance
Starts atFree plan · paid from $9.99/mo
- Free plan
- No watermark on free exports
Both have a real free plan. Clipchamp exports up to 1080p with no watermark for free, and Premium (4K, premium stock, brand kit) comes with Microsoft 365 Personal or Family. CapCut is free on phone, desktop and web, and Pro costs $19.99/month or $179.99/year with 1,200 AI credits.
Quick verdict
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | CapCut | Clipchamp |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes: basic editing and free templates | Yes: exports up to 1080p, free stock and effects |
| Paid plan | Pro: $19.99/month or $179.99/year. Ultra: $79/month | Premium: included with Microsoft 365 Personal or Family. Price not on Clipchamp's page |
| Free watermark | Not on CapCut's pricing page (Oct 2026) | No watermark, per Clipchamp's FAQ |
| Max export | Not on CapCut's pricing page (Oct 2026) | Free: 1080p. Premium: 4K |
| AI credits | Pro: 1,200 a month. Ultra: 8,645 | Not stated on Clipchamp's pricing page (checked 16 Oct 2026) |
| Cloud storage | Pro and Ultra: 1 TB | Not stated on Clipchamp's pricing page (checked 16 Oct 2026) |
| Platforms | Phone, desktop and web | Browser and Windows app |
| Best for | Phone-first TikTok editing | Windows and Microsoft 365 users |
For Shorts, TikTok and Reels
CapCut is made by ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, and its templates follow TikTok trends. If you shoot and post from your phone, it saves you moving files to a computer.
Clipchamp works best when you edit at a desk. Free 1080p with no watermark covers Shorts and Reels, which do not need 4K.
How to choose
- Decide where you edit: phone (CapCut) or PC browser (Clipchamp).
- Export a test clip on the free plan and check for a watermark.
- If you already pay for Microsoft 365, you get Clipchamp Premium at no extra cost.
- Pay for CapCut Pro only if you use its AI tools enough to need 1,200 credits a month.
Common questions
Is Clipchamp free without a watermark?
Yes. Clipchamp's FAQ says free exports up to 1080p have no watermark.
Is CapCut better than Clipchamp for TikTok?
For phone editing and trend templates, yes. For editing on a Windows PC, Clipchamp is the simpler choice.
How much is Clipchamp Premium?
Clipchamp does not list a price. Premium is included in Microsoft 365 Personal and Family.
Related: CapCut vs Kapwing, CapCut alternatives, phone video editors.
Sources: capcut.com/pricing, clipchamp.com/en/pricing. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.