Best Live Streaming Video Editing Software

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Ranking live streaming video editing software based on features like real-time editing, integration with popular platforms, ease of use, and cost.

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Best 1 VLC Media Player
VLC Media Player

VLC Media Player is a free and open-source multimedia player that supports various audio and video formats. It offers advanced playback features, making it an excellent choice for individuals who need...

8.9 Very Good
2 Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Premiere Pro is the dominant professional non-linear editor (NLE), renowned for its deep feature set and seamless integration with other Adobe apps like After Effects and Audition. It handles ev...

8.5 Very Good
3 OBS Studio
OBS Studio

Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) Studio is a powerhouse free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming. Its dominance stems from unparalleled flexibility, zero cost, and a massive, c...

8.3 Very Good
4 Shotcut
Shotcut

Shotcut is a free, open-source, cross-platform video editor with a strong focus on supporting a wide array of video and audio formats natively-it doesn't require importing media, which saves time. It...

8.3 Very Good
5 XSplit Broadcaster
XSplit Broadcaster

XSplit Broadcaster offers advanced features for live streaming, including real-time editing, multi-casting to various platforms, and seamless integration with cloud services. It's perfect for professi...

8.0 Very Good
6 Pinnacle Studio
Pinnacle Studio

Pinnacle Studio is a capable mid-range video editor for Windows, offering a strong feature set at a perpetual license price. It stands out with its sophisticated multi-camera editing (up to 6 angles),...

7.9 Good
7 DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve

Blackmagic Design's DaVinci Resolve is a unique all-in-one powerhouse combining professional editing, Hollywood-grade color correction (its original core), Fusion visual effects, and Fairlight audio p...

7.8 Good
8 Wirecast
Wirecast

Wirecast is a professional live streaming software that provides high-quality video editing and multi-casting capabilities. It supports real-time editing, advanced transitions, and integration with mu...

7.8 Good
9 HitFilm Express
HitFilm Express

HitFilm Express is a free video editing software that offers advanced visual effects and compositing capabilities. It includes tools for trimming, cutting, adding transitions, and applying effects, as...

7.5 Good
10 Vmix
Vmix

Vmix is a professional live streaming software that offers advanced features like real-time editing, multi-casting to multiple platforms, and support for complex production workflows. It's ideal for l...

7.5 Good
11 Lightworks
Lightworks

Lightworks is a professional-grade NLE with a long history in Hollywood (used on films like 'The Wolf of Wall Street'). It offers a robust free version with some export resolution limitations and a pa...

7.3 Good
12 Filmora
Filmora

Wondershare Filmora is a popular, beginner-friendly editor with a clean, simplified interface and a massive library of built-in effects, transitions, and royalty-free assets. It lowers the barrier to...

7.0 Good
13 OBS Studio Pro
OBS Studio Pro

OBS Studio Pro offers advanced features like real-time editing, multi-casting to multiple platforms, and enhanced performance. It's designed for professional streamers who need a more polished experie...

7.0 Good
14 VSDC Free Video Editor
VSDC Free Video Editor

VSDC Free Video Editor is a versatile and user-friendly video editing software that offers both basic and advanced features. It supports a wide range of file formats, includes tools for trimming, cutt...

6.8 Fair
15 XSplit Gamecaster
XSplit Gamecaster

XSplit Gamecaster is a specialized live streaming software for gaming content creators. It offers real-time editing, multi-casting to popular platforms, and integration with XSplit's broader ecosystem...

6.8 Fair
16 Pitivi
Pitivi

Pitivi is a free and open-source video editing software that offers basic to advanced features. It includes tools for trimming, cutting, adding transitions, and applying effects, as well as support fo...

6.5 Fair
17 OBS Studio Lite
OBS Studio Lite

OBS Studio Lite is a lightweight version of OBS that still offers real-time editing and basic multi-casting capabilities. It's suitable for creators who need a simple solution without the full feature...

6.5 Fair
18 Magix Video Pro X
Magix Video Pro X

Magix Video Pro X is a professional video editing software that offers advanced features for both beginners and professionals. It includes tools for trimming, cutting, adding transitions, and applying...

6.3 Fair
19 XSplit Broadcaster Pro
XSplit Broadcaster Pro

XSplit Broadcaster Pro offers advanced features like real-time editing, multi-casting to multiple platforms, and support for complex production workflows. It's designed for professional streamers who...

6.3 Fair
20 iMovie
iMovie

iMovie is Apple's free, beginner-friendly video editor included on all Macs, iPhones, and iPads. It offers a streamlined, intuitive interface with drag-and-drop simplicity, fun themes, and basic editi...

6.0 Fair
21 OBS Studio Enterprise
OBS Studio Enterprise

OBS Studio Enterprise is a version of OBS designed for enterprise-level use, offering advanced features like real-time editing, multi-casting to multiple platforms, and support for large-scale product...

6.0 Fair

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