Starts atFree plan · paid from $19.99/mo
- Free plan
- Watermark not statedThe provider does not say
Head-to-head
LumaFusion vs CapCut: which mobile editor should you use?
At a glance
Starts at$29.99 one-time
- No free option listed
CapCut is free to start and built for vertical video, with templates, auto captions and AI tools. Pro is $19.99/month or $179.99/year. LumaFusion is a $29.99 one-time pro editor for iPhone, iPad and Mac, with a multitrack timeline, LUTs, keys and exports up to 8K on newer devices. Add-ons like Multicam Studio cost $19.99 each.
Quick verdict
- Choose CapCut if you want trend templates, auto captions and $0 to start.
- Choose LumaFusion if you want a pro timeline on iPad you pay for once.
- LumaFusion's US App Store listing covers Apple devices. CapCut runs on phone, desktop and web.
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | CapCut | LumaFusion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free. Pro $19.99/mo or $179.99/yr. Ultra $79/mo | $29.99 one-time |
| Subscriptions | Pro: 1,200 AI credits/mo, 1 TB cloud | Optional Creator Pass: $9.99/mo or $69.99/yr |
| Paid add-ons | None listed | Multicam Studio, Speed Ramping & Keyframing, FCPXML Export: $19.99 each |
| Timeline | Multi-track, keyframes, effects | 6 video/audio + 6 audio tracks; 12 + 12 with Creator Pass |
| Export | Not stated on CapCut's pricing page (checked 16 Oct 2026) | Up to 8K on newer iPads and iPhones |
| Watermark | Not on the pricing page. CapCut help: deletable end clip; premium items can add one | Not mentioned on the listing |
| Platforms | Phone, desktop, web | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision |
| Best for | TikTok-first, template edits | Pro edits on iPad without a subscription |
For Shorts, TikTok and Reels
CapCut is made for TikTok-style edits: speed ramps, trend templates and auto captions in a few taps. LumaFusion gives more control: color with scopes and LUTs, voice isolation and audio ducking. It has no trend template library.
How to choose
- Want the fastest TikTok edit with captions? CapCut Free.
- Edit on iPad and hate subscriptions? LumaFusion at $29.99.
- Need AI features and cloud space? CapCut Pro.
- Shoot multicam? Add LumaFusion Multicam Studio ($19.99).
Common questions
Is LumaFusion better than CapCut?
For deep timeline and color work on iPad, yes. For quick trend edits and captions, CapCut.
Is LumaFusion a one-time purchase?
Yes, $29.99. Creator Pass and some features are extra.
Is CapCut free?
Yes. Pro is $19.99/month for AI credits and cloud storage.
Related: CapCut vs InShot, CapCut alternatives, phone video editors.
Sources: capcut.com/pricing, apps.apple.com/us/app/lumafusion/id1062022008. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.