Best FREE Video Editing Apps for Android & iPhone (2023 Review!)

The best FREE video editing apps for Android & iPhone right now! Here’s the top options with NO watermark & our #1 pick for the best free video editor app for iPhone & Android.
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Best Free Video Editing Apps iOS:
► VN Video Editor: primalvideo.com/go/vn-video-e...
► CapCut: primalvideo.com/go/capcut-ios...
Best Free Video Editing Apps Android:
► VN Video Editor: primalvideo.com/go/vn-video-e...
► CapCut: primalvideo.com/go/capcut-and...
Video Editing Tutorials:
► VN Video Editor Tutorial: • VN Video Editor - COMP...
► CapCut Tutorial: • CapCut Video Editing T...
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Timestamps:
00:00 Best FREE Video Editing Apps
00:51 VN Video Editor Review
03:06 CapCut Review
06:12 Which Is The BEST Free Video Editing App?
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-- Best Free Video Editor Apps for Android & iOS --
Trying to find the best video editing app for Android or iPhone on a budget? If you’ve checked the Play Store or App Store for a FREE video editor app, you’ll know there are LOTS of options out there.
The good news is, free editing apps have come even further since last year’s roundup. In this review you’ll find some incredible and professional free video editor apps that rival even the paid options!
Now you can edit videos on iPhone & Android using completely free apps to create pro-level videos for KZbin and other platforms. We’ve only included apps that will give you HIGH quality results - with no watermarks or low quality export restrictions.
In this video, we’ll review the leading options for the best free video editing apps for iPhone, iPad and Android. You’ll have all the details you need to help you decide which is the best free video editor app for you!
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[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks to @MarcSettle (on twitter) for highlighting the internet requirements of some CapCut features

[@betielkbreab7896]

how to text your kids at school ?

[@afrosrb7828]

Hey, thanks a lot for the update. I been working with CapCut lately, but I don't like the fact that the audio lags a lot while editing, and I'm not even sure if the audio traces shown in the audio track are real. Anyway it's not synchronized. How's it in VN, is it better than in CapCut?

[@rajveergorakhpuriya262]

yic

[@Agast-pe7sm]

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[@The-Coven-Guard]

On cap cut there's a 15 minute limit and I'm trying to make an hour long video. Is there a limit on VN video editor?

[@beadedbracelet]

Hi, for youtube videos what editor do you recommend??? How is bettter to edit a video on laptop or on the phone and then to be uploaded to youtube??? Or it doesn t matter.????? Thanks .

[@realityhurtsrcspaced6017]

yo I really like how ur action scren sharing you editing in the app itself while giving us useful information thank u so much

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@alwaysaik]

Thanks Justin! I’ve been using VN following your review from last year! Definitely agree - wish VN had auto captions and more effects, fonts etc. Then it would be the clear winner. I switch to CapCut whenever I need those features. 😊

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, and thanks for sharing your thoughts on the VN editor 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@ultramegaclay]

is there a limit on the length of the timeline for the free version?

[@ForTheLoveOfWheels]

I just tested VN. It does have Auto captions. Maybe it's new.

[@imboredDB]

Hi just curious why you don't use DaVinci Resolve free version?❤

[@imboredDB]

Thanks!

[@onlineafricatv]

You such a blessing to us here....thank you..hugs from South Africa❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@PrimalVideo]

Great to hear that, thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@girmaybass68]

Thanks to you I have been using free editing VN video editor for a while now. Thank you for making your videos clear and to the point! TWO THUMBS UP!

[@sherikadeokumar5055]

Hi

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@Helenkawhitedesign]

I don't edit on my phone, but will give VN a try. My videos don't have many effects. I have been using the Magix video editor for years, but it is slowing my laptop and uses up a lot of space plus their customer service is patchy, so VN on my laptop is definitely something I want to try. Thanks for sharing.

[@PrimalVideo]

Hopefully it works out well for you 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@MunchkinsStorySAFA]

did it work.. i found on need bluestack for windows to run VN

[@Thisisgrace979]

I was tired of using inshort app, this will be so useful, thank you Justine.

[@PrimalVideo]

Hope this works out well for you - Hazel, PV Team

[@dicekolev5360]

It's called InShot, not InShort 😅

[@embodiedsunshine1628]

Thanks! Super helpful, I think it all depends what type of video you want to make in order to use which app.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad we're able to help - Hazel, PV Team

[@benlandrum75]

Hello. Im just now starting out. Im mainly recording RC cars and my guitar playing and was thinking about using VN. I'll be making videos probably no more than 15 minutes long before editing and they won't need much editing. Im not worried about crazy affects. Just easy, good looking, good sounding videos. Would like it to be as user friendly as possible. Considering what i will be recording what do you think? Also, Is there a background noise removal on VN and can I upload music from Epidemic Sound to VN. Is there a better music app I could use other than Epidemic? Thank you for your time.

[@kway7676]

Very informative. I have been using cupcut, got a new phone and when app.was installed...is not exactly the same. I have a real issue as it cuts my horizontal videos. When exporting to Facebook does not seems to have this issue. Anyone could give mea tip please?

[@thestaz8564]

great video, thanks! VN was awesome, learned the basics in 5 minutes :D

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, we're glad you enjoyed the video 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@FullSpiritProduction]

Thank you for your contents, I always enjoy them. I have searched everywhere to see if you did anything on Kdenlive video editor. I would be happy if we can get your take on it. Thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks for letting us know what you would like to see on the channel - Hazel, PV Team

[@Met9171]

Lost my edits (drafts) because I couldn't open VN therefore I uninstalled and reinstalled it I wish there was a way to recover such drafts and to know the cause since I haven't got feedback from customer service. Can I use tiktok's special effects outside of it if I'm able to remove its watermark without encountering a lawsuit?

[@mehransadeghi3668]

Hello, you really do a lot of hard work so that others can have fun or earn. I am Mehran, 26 years old, from Iran. Actually, I have a very high inflation here, we have a very, very economic problem. No matter how hard I work, I cannot collect money. I am saying these words. Here, maybe one day everything will be fine. Thank you

[@bukolaessien7352]

Great job Justin.. this is so simplified. Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, great to hear that - Hazel, PV Team

[@PapillonCleanCuisine]

Thank you so much for your amazing videos! I published my channel this week and the Primal Video recommendations and tutorials like this one were awesome to help me get started!

[@makeracistsafraidagain]

I’m glad to see someone reviewing VN. I tried four free apps before settling on VN because it seemed intuitive and had everything I need.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad you're enjoying VN 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@awaetienne6823]

me too

[@TheExtraFeelersClub]

it obviously lets you combine multiple videos right?

[@KarmaRayshar]

Thanks for sharing this awesome infos❤

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - Hazel, PV Team

[@phostarsiyawareva4705]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad we're able to help - Hazel, PV Team

[@KennethGraham-io4bh]

Never done a KZbin video, but I am wondering if it possible to join two video into one through these programs? Great work by the way.

[@PrimalVideo]

Yes - Hazel, PV Team

[@Gilbert_Ikojie]

Thanks for the video😊, pls its there anyway I could remove watermarks from videos especially movies, on my Android? Maybe an app or a website 🙏

[@samohtlp1985]

Nice to hear we have so cool video tools for a smartphone

[@PrimalVideo]

Absolutely, hope you could maximize it - Hazel, PV Team

[@ThesimpleBOb]

Justin Brown . Will this app come with transitions to other frames of the video?

[@MAXIEWEL]

Can I edit a video in on app save it and edit it in the other free app? Basically, can’t I just use both?

[@ARBOLISTAEdgarGarcia]

Thanks for the great video, i am still trying to decide what to do

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, hope you figure it out soon - Hazel, PV Team

[@401-Fishing]

Firstly, thank you for making this video. I genuinely appreciate it! As I'm currently trying to improve my videos and grow my you tube channel as well as my TikTok account

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad to help! Keep creating and growing your channels! - Hazel, PV Team

[@justchristolin5076]

I loved the timeline breakdown

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@vrab.]

VN editor was good until the update. After the update, it lags on uploading videos (making you think it doesn’t work) and it changes images on uploaded images (changes brightness, saturation, contrast, etc). So bummed. It used to work.

[@joseh197]

Thanks for your Sharing ✌

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@RosefrmVenus]

Great video. Thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, have a great day - Hazel, PV Team

[@brianmorrison9168]

I have an android phone so want to try a free phone video editor for one project shortly .. I'll be travelling by train to film something then have a long journey home, arriving quite late. I am going on holiday the following day, so want to make a start on editing on my journey home, as I need to upload to YT before I go away. Would I be able to export the 'edited version' or even clips to my usual program Shotcut on my return home

[@julzpogi17]

Thanks for the info

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, Julius - Hazel, PV Team

[@thomlev5217]

hello which ap is the best to build multi windows videos with many different content in each windows ?

[@Quis85]

My question is. When download to KZbin do you get 4k quality or like the one I'm using now. It says 4k. But you can clearly tell the difference. I would love to get the same quality no matter if I use the cellphone app or laptop. Right now I have to take the Sim card out of my drone put it in my laptop and post it to KZbin. 4k is beautiful. But not the same quality when using app. Hopefully this app gives me the same quality

[@jose_CH99]

Awesome video you are the best 👍 those two apps are Great

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@bullheadedgideon1673]

Excuse my ignorance if this is an obvious question; but can you import stock-footage from websites using these Apps?

[@DougHewsonYT]

Just started watching and my Mac has some app updates: CapCut and VN 😆

[@guinansmith8385]

What?

[@thomassschwarz5998]

Been using VN for over a year and I'm happy with except they just changed the way I access my own music from harddrive. I use my original music instead of free processed music and they just made it way harder

[@PrimalVideo]

I understand, change can be difficult, especially when it affects something you've been accustomed to for a long time. - Hazel, PV Team

[@chrislang5659]

I want to be able to use two phones so I can do picture in picture. I would need to import video from my old phone to the new one. I that kind of feature possible with either of these apps?

[@whatutalkinboutwillis6122]

Is there any app that adds in effects to vids on iPhone? There used to be one to add explosions and blood splatter but it’s gone. All this rest think I’m just making superhero films

[@mimiiiiiland]

The vn app was inconvenient to create thumbnails. Is it impossible to position or move the text on the cover thumbnail?

[@deniswolf5215]

What about Node video editor? Isn't it better than all?

[@steveclarke94]

Can you import LUTS on VN Editor PC version like how CapCut does?

[@cjrichart9317]

OPP can.. it's Other People's Property

[@gabrielswee585]

*Which one of these apps has Precision-Editing, as in editing or cutting down at the marked millisecond or second??*

[@loveme2oo]

When I saw you come across the screen riding the editor wave 😂😂😂 I was like yessss this is exactly where I want to be

[@PrimalVideo]

😅 - Hazel, PV Team

[@AzenNevem]

Hi! Thank you for the great info! Can you please write the link for the VN Video Editor for PC Windows version? The given link in the description does not contain this possibility for PC. Is there any official website for VN Video Editor? I did not find with Google.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, here's the link for the VN editor for PC primalvideo.com/go/vn-video-editor/ - Hazel, PV Team

[@AzenNevem]

@@PrimalVideo Thank You very much. Unfortunately that site shows we have to install a software named Bluestacks - it seems it is an emulator software for android app on windows. In this case it is a big disadvantage for WIndows/PC users. So I won't make this way :(

[@baronvondeals3344]

just downloaded on my Note 9. without watching a demo I was able to edit the phone video size. Thank you for the suggestion

[@PrimalVideo]

Greta, all the best with your phone edits 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@T0M3665]

Are there any free video editing apps for mobile that have compound clips available?

[@octakalue3738]

What is the best mobile editor that csn do auto captions

[@chidubemanukwu]

I saw video maker editor it is great for people who are always offline

[@my2cents1already]

How do I clip the end of a video? I tried cut but it doesn’t give me more options.

[@kitansconceptz6637]

Hello Thanks for this Please can you do a tutorial video on vn editor?

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, here's our video tutorial for VN editor kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5OaXpSYYpuAhZo - Hazel, PV Team

[@rajeshjanarthanan5558]

Can VN use for KZbin channel wothout copyright issues "?

[@georges_crafts]

This video is really helpful

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, glad we're able to help 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@georges_crafts]

@@PrimalVideo I know

[@cjrichart9317]

OPP

[@hypertensionwarriors]

Are there other apps or anything to do auto captions besides capcut?

[@Witheredsouls47]

its called captions

[@ikingxpowers]

Good pro tips🥂

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@rogersherman3619]

Hi Justin: great video. I'm about to teach teens to shoot based on my book Ready, Steady, Shoot: A Pro's Guide to Smartphone Video. I'm an iPhone guy, know nothing about Android. I'm looking for an Android app that they can shoot and edit on their phones, all in one, like iMovie. Simple, straight cuts, no effects. Do either of these allow that or can you suggest another? Thanks so much!

[@whoisyouranime]

I'm looking for a video editor for a Laptop/PC for free (no payments or anything) where you can make Instagram videos. Any recommendations?

[@violent-firefly]

Can I add pics in the video with these apps and zoom in and zoom out?

[@TheBrettMizer]

just starting my channel would this be acceptable until I can get final cut pro, and will it work if smart phone is hoocked up to TV

[@PrimalVideo]

for sure!

[@Numberize2024]

my opinion is that i might be switching from capcut to vn bc most of the capcut features need capcut pro

[@johnclay7644]

informative video

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, John - Hazel, PV Team

[@rookiegamershorts]

Are the sound effects free in capcut.

[@mikelacross]

I just tried VN, seemed quite intuitive, although I found the work aria quite small & lost the video several times after saving it & after the 4th time, I was really p#ssed off. Also I put a losd of captions through the video & seemed to have to reset everything relating to the text EVERY TIME!!! Font type, colour, positioning & after the 4th insert, the font type CHANGED & I couldn't get the previous font back. Very frustrating & some shouting 😕

[@Met9171]

Is VN free version better than vllo free version?

[@StarTrekNotStarWars]

As of 9/11/2023 you only get 100 projects with VN Video Editor, so it is not free anymore - that's free trial only.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks for sharing some updates - Hazel, PV Team

[@ifell3]

​@PrimalVideo can you not just edit one of your projects. So just open up the first project , delete all and off you go?

[@neiwangkonyak3272]

VN has overlay editing?

[@pjm33]

Youcut is another decent editor.

[@fafa_dragons2]

You cut is more like a copy of caput

[@fitplusforty]

The problem with capcut is that we can't edit based on the sound waves as you suggest in other videos. Seeing the dead space in the sound makes it really fast and easy to edit that's missing in capcut, and in most editors to be honest. The only one that has that feature is vllo. But it misses most of the fancy stuff. So I usually use 2 apps. Fast edit in vllo and then for titles, captions amd text in capcut. It's a little annoying.

[@Your._.fav._.Kathriene]

​@fitplusforty what does that have to do with you cut?

[@fitplusforty]

@@Your._.fav._.Kathriene?

[@Bananaman71718]

@@Your._.fav._.Kathrieneand what does it need to do with you

[@512ent]

Is it best to edit on my PC vs directly from smartphone app?

[@nelycreativecontent]

I've just recently started my KZbin channel on video/photo editing. I'm sure you'll find my videos helpful, I would be happy if you check out the Nelytech channel! Thanks

[@AounshahBukhari-yv6dg]

Very nice videos

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@davesnapsyou]

Both downloaded on my phone. Can't decide which should I go for 😅

[@PrimalVideo]

Try it one at a time 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@cjrichart9317]

OPP

[@michealidowu5990]

Hello pls can capcut remove black cover on a picture

[@sekmingasis]

thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@dinospinosaurus]

It's literally a very close fight

[@strawboo9050]

First

[@santoshrai6968]

On vn there is showing some no of project remaining means its not Life time free

[@StaneLessShorts]

VN has a problem of audio not being in sync with the video tho. This becomes a big problem when making edits with songs

[@afrosrb7828]

Wow, I just asked if VN is better than CapCut, because CapCut is lagging while editing, which is a pain in the a.. So I guess VN is not better

[@StaneLessShorts]

@@afrosrb7828 Yeah, Android editing apps are shit in general tbh. There is never any one flawless one

[@cssccc-eo4pq]

@@afrosrb7828this post is a lie. Vn doesn’t have any problems with syncing whatsoever.

[@AcehStereo]

Salam ❤❤❤

[@user-wt9cl5wk4e]

yes, that's great

[@PrimalVideo]

Cool, thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@user-br5qu9uj9b]

VN is good. Thank you for the honest and objective review.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@user-xf8nh1we7l]

I downloaded capcut and it wouldn't let me add video to the app without paying. Maybe I'm too dumb to figure it out but I didn't so I uninstalled it

[@yankyruss7246]

So i just watched about a minute of the video, then downloaded VN on my phone and it wouldmt allow for a realtime smooth scroll through the video, i uninstalled it and tried it on the mac and wow it scrolls very smoothly thru out the video. I think the quality is a little better than youcut

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks for trying VN! I'm glad it worked better on your Mac. - Hazel, PV Team

[@rj.official305]

Are you able to loop videos with VN?

[@PrimalVideo]

Yes - Hazel, PV Team

[@cjrichart9317]

What about OPP

[@MelvinAlc]

We need the 2024 update please your are great

[@ziaareiltoca8871]

What video editing app did you use to create this video?

[@PrimalVideo]

We use FCPX and Premiere Pro mostly 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@marinevet7273]

What’s your favorite “free” iPhone photo app

[@kc0isw]

Is there any 5k video editors for Android

[@PrimalVideo]

maybe lumafusion?

[@blackcatrose4257]

Just looking for video editor to add audio to silent cartoons lol

[@chiziiobi]

👍

[@Dmbuilder]

Hi,i want to start my KZbin channel and Thanks for your advice

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, all the best 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@user-ge5zu8go4l]

The vn app is great

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you like it - Hazel, PV Team

[@harshshandilya3402]

I'm not able to find CapCut in IPhone Please share me link

[@PrimalVideo]

Here you go primalvideo.com/go/capcut-ios/ - Hazel, PV Team

[@-NlGHTlME-]

Is it me or, is VN editor Kinda like the same thing like capcut?

[@PrimalVideo]

I agree the two are very similar

[@cjrichart9317]

I'm down with O.P.P. ....You down with O.P.P. ?

[@MADA-DA-GOD]

Yeah yk me 🐈‍⬛💨

[@HeatherSt.Therese]

Does capcut have an eye corrector?

[@PrimalVideo]

I don’t think it does. Justin.

[@PrimalVideo]

CapCut offers a range of editing tools, but it doesn't have a specific eye-corrector feature. - Hazel, PV Team

[@nelycreativecontent]

I've just recently started my KZbin channel on video/photo editing. I'm sure you'll find my videos helpful, I would be happy if you check out the Nelytech channel! Thanks

[@Umarfarooqvoice511]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@Soap_YT2]

9:11

[@Soap_YT2]

40:28

[@-NlGHTlME-]

I already have capcut

[@jacee21dancer]

🥰