DOACapCut
CapCut launched in 2020. It is ByteDance’s editor: cuts, auto captions and templates. The base editor is free. Pro is €29.99 a month or €259.99 a year and includes 650 AI credits a month.
When it launched
ByteDance · 2020
Languages
App in many languages, including Spanish.
Where it runs
Windows · Mac · Android · iPhone / iPad · Browser
Plans and price (guide)
Prices from the official site: capcut.com (opens in a new tab) · checked on 15 October 2026. CapCut says these are reference prices: the final one, with tax and offers, shows after you sign in.
- Free · €0 / month
Free templates and basic editing tools.
- Pro · €29.99 / month
€259.99 a year. 650 AI credits a month, premium templates and 1 TB of storage.
What you can do
- Auto captions and translations
- Viral templates and effects
- Desktop and mobile with the same project
Pros
- Genuinely free for most creators
- Fast to learn and cross-platform
- Free for almost everyone
- Captions on their own
- It is on the phone and on the PC
Limits and plans
- Some key AI features sit behind Pro
- Privacy and account tied to the TikTok ecosystem
What it is good for
- Students and short-form creators
- Daily editing without paying for a costly NLE
- Short social videos
- Vertical classes or recipes
- Cut a simple ad
How to get started with CapCut
- Start on the free plan and only pay if you outgrow it.
- It is easy: no previous knowledge needed.
- If you get stuck, watch a video tutorial ↗
Alternatives to CapCut
See all alternatives to CapCut →
Comparisons
CapCut: frequently asked questions
What is CapCut for?
ByteDance video editor with auto captions, templates and AI features. De facto standard for social video.
Is CapCut free?
It has a free version with limits. Free. Pro €29.99 a month or €259.99 a year, with 650 AI credits a month. CapCut says these are reference prices: the final one shows after you sign in. Prices change: check the official site.
Which devices does CapCut work on?
It works on Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad and Browser.
Is CapCut hard to use?
It is easy: no previous knowledge needed.
What are the alternatives to CapCut?
The closest are Descript, Runway and Pika. You can see them all on the alternatives to CapCut page.