CapCut
Free planVideo editor for short-form social content, on desktop, web and mobile
CapCut is a video editor aimed at short-form social content, available on desktop, web and mobile. It includes templates, automatic captions and AI editing tools. The free version covers the basics; Pro unlocks more assets and features.
What freelancers use it for
- →Editing Reels and TikToks for social media clients
- →Adding captions to short videos quickly
- →Using trending templates for client content
- →Editing on your phone between meetings
Key features
- •Automatic captions
- •Templates and effects library
- •Background removal
- •Text-to-speech voices
- •Desktop, web and mobile apps
Pros
- +Free version handles most short-form edits
- +Same project across devices
- +Fast for social formats
Cons
- −Pro price roughly doubled in 2026
- −App store prices can be higher than web checkout