VSDC Free Video Editor review

VSDC Free Video Editor is a Windows editor that gives away more than its name suggests. The vendor states that the free version exports in 4K without watermarks, edits at up to 8K with frame rates up to 120 frames per second, and imposes no limits on file size or duration. It bundles over 200 effects, filters and color grading tools, including LUTs, scopes and stylized looks, plus animated titles, lower thirds and a multicam feature for switching between two angles. Files from GoPro, DJI and Insta360 cameras are supported, which suits action and travel creators. The drawbacks are platform and polish. VSDC runs on Windows only, the interface takes longer to learn than OpenShot or Clipchamp, and tools such as masking and motion tracking are promoted on the paid VSDC Pro page. The Pro checkout showed only local currency from our location, so we list its price as pending.

Who it is for

Windows users who want free 4K exports with no watermarks and lots of built-in effects.

Price

Free version for Windows; see vendor pricing for VSDC Pro (USD check pending).

US price check pending. See the vendor pricing page.

Key features

• Export in 4K without watermarks, with editing up to 8K in the free version
• Over 200 built-in video effects, filters and color grading tools
• Multicam editing for two camera angles
• No limits on file size or video duration
• Built-in DVD burning tool

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: No watermark or export time limits on the free version
• Strength: High resolution and frame rate support
• Strength: Works with action-camera files from GoPro, DJI and Insta360
• Weakness: Windows only
• Weakness: Interface is less guided than the simpler editors here
• Weakness: Masking and motion tracking are promoted as VSDC Pro features

Key facts

• Platforms: Windows
• Free export: 4K without watermarks
• Max resolution: Up to 8K
• Effects: 200+ built-in effects and color tools
• Paid upgrade: VSDC Video Editor Pro

Where it ranks

VSDC Free Video Editor is No. 9 in our Best Free Video Editing Software verdict.