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# Compare OpenShot Video Editor vs Adobe Premiere Pro

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> Detailed comparison between OpenShot Video Editor and Adobe Premiere Pro. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | OpenShot Video Editor | Adobe Premiere Pro |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 175 | 565 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$20,99 |
| **Free Trial** | - | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop) | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Phone Support | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | Documentation, Videos | - |

## Best for

### OpenShot Video Editor

It's an open-source video editing tool for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome OS users.  OpenShot adds 3D animated titles, audio mixing/editing, frame accuracy, clip resizing, and desktop integration.

### Adobe Premiere Pro

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## Key features

### OpenShot Video Editor

- 3D Video Editing
- Animations & Transitions
- Audio Capture
- Color Grading
- Content Management
- Customizable Templates
- Image Library
- Mobile Screen Support
- Multimedia Support
- Social Media Integration
- Speed Adjustment
- Template Management
- Video Editing
- Video Management
- Video Support
- Watermarking

### Adobe Premiere Pro

- 3D Video Editing
- API
- Animations & Transitions
- Audio Capture
- Audio Editor
- Color Grading
- Content Management
- Image Editing
- Media Library
- Multimedia Support
- Video Editing

## Links

- [View OpenShot Video Editor Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/173466/openshot-video-editor)
- [View Adobe Premiere Pro Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1015952/adobe-premiere-pro)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/173466/1015952/openshot-video-editor/vs/adobe-premiere-pro)

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