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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 27th, 2026 # Reviews of Clipchamp Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.1 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Eric S CEOMarketing and Advertising, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Has lots of transitions and features that make it fairly easier for even a novice to be able to edit a solid clip.“ March 16, 2026 SB Sanskar B StudentEducation Management, Self-employedUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “I also noticed that some features and premium assets require a paid plan which can be limiting for users who only use the free version.“ June 2, 2026 SB Sanskar B StudentEducation Management, Self-employedUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “It is a great option for beginners as well as anyone looking for a straightforward video editing tool without a steep learning curve.“ June 2, 2026 Temi E StudentMedical Practice, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The files come out extremely large and can be difficult to store and share with family and friends or on social media.“ September 2, 2025 CW Charles W VP of People ExcellenceFood & Beverages, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Was able to use both still photos and videos, easily convert color to black and white, supplement or replace audio tracks, add text, etc.“ March 9, 2025 bd brian d NAWriting and Editing, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The most annoying and time consuming is trying to keep the dialogue and other adds on with the images when you change anything.“ March 10, 2025 SB Sanskar B StudentEducation Management, Self-employedUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The layout is clean and I was able to start editing without watching tutorials.“ June 2, 2026 cC cali B Tv C toutube bloggerEntertainment, Self-employedUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “preventing you form monetizing fully. And the worse is there is no live cuatomer service reps to address issues, the chat CS is up to 12 days for response.“ April 5, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 101 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Eric S. CEO Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Clipchamp is definitely a winner in its category" March 16, 2026 4.0 I like Clipchamp and always recommend it to others because it really is reliable and simple to use. Editing videos can be a challenge if you are not familiar with the process. Music is also pretty decent, you just have to dig a little bit to find the right vibe for the content. Overall a fantastic tool, very user friendly, and can produce a professional piece of content in a quick amount of time. Pros Clipchamp is free to use which is always a bonus and it’s pretty user friendly. Has lots of transitions and features that make it fairly easier for even a novice to be able to edit a solid clip. Cons While it is a professional tool, I would like there to be some more options available especially for extra designs that can be added to your videos. Such as texts, overlays, and images that can be included into your clips. Alternatives considered [Canva](https://www.capterra.com/p/168956/Canva/) Reason for choosing Clipchamp I still use some other tools but I typically start with Clipchamp to blend the content together in the tool. Review Source KR Kat R. Consultant Accounting Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Review On Clipchamp " April 24, 2026 4.0 It is one of the best video softwares I have ever used. It is easy to use though a lot of it you have to pay for. Pros Clipchamp is very easy to use after you learn the basics. It has some good features such as splitting, it is very useful. Cons The element about clipchamp I liked the least is that it takes hours to finish one product and a lot of the stuff is payed. Switched from [Powtoon](https://www.capterra.com/p/140321/PowToon/) Powtoon didn't have many temples and no free AI voice-overs Review Source SB Sanskar B. Student Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easy to Use Video Editor for Everyday Content Creation" June 2, 2026 3.0 My overall experience with Clipchamp has been positive. It provides a good balance between simplicity and useful editing features. I have used it for creating short videos presentations and social media content and the process has been smooth. It is a great option for beginners as well as anyone looking for a straightforward video editing tool without a steep learning curve. Pros I started using Clipchamp to create videos for social media and personal projects. What I like most is how easy it is to use. The layout is clean and I was able to start editing without watching tutorials. The builtin templates transitions and text effects help save time and make videos look more professional. It also works well for basic editing tasks like trimming adding music and creating shortform content. Cons The software works well overall but sometimes it can be a bit slow when handling longer videos or multiple effects. I also noticed that some features and premium assets require a paid plan which can be limiting for users who only use the free version. Review Source Breanna G. Social Media Manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "If you really need a video editor, it's fun for learning." December 11, 2025 4.0 Useful for basic editing but I grew bored feeling limited, and went back to adobe premiere for anything meaningful. Pros There's a free version, it's somewhat easy to use and learn if you've ever used a video editor. You can create basic videos and do basic editing without premium version. The quality of video is customizable. There's plenty of options for text, voice and images. Never had an issue with security and never needed customer support. Cons it was a bit laggy and, even with the paid version, i felt limited. it also didnt work on mac well or at all, and i had a hard time transferring files to work on 2 separate Alternatives considered [Adobe Premiere Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/233456/Adobe-Premiere-Pro/) Reason for choosing Clipchamp I did not, i chose the other way around. Review Source AB Ashley B. Curriculum Design Manager Medical Devices Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great for quick video jobs! " October 4, 2025 5.0 Clip champ is excellent for what I use it for, in tandem with other programs. I essentially use it for basic video cropping to decrease file size and also to chance video file types so that they are compatible with the software I use for editing. Pros I love that you can change the file type of a video with this software. This is one of the only softwares I have access to that will allow me to do this and it’s a game changer. Especially because it’s already integrated into Microsoft. Cons Clip champ has basic level editing tools available. It would be amazing if it there were higher level editing tools like background remove and an eraser tool, but I realize that would probably knock it into a higher cost tier. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Fun and easy editor tool!" September 2, 2025 5.0 It's reliable and quick to create videos with and edit videos with. It's also secure on your device. Pros It has many cool elements and even has an AI template for customisation and great video creation features. Cons The files come out extremely large and can be difficult to store and share with family and friends or on social media. Review Source Jeremy H. Owner and Host Entertainment Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A great way to start video editing" June 26, 2026 4.0 Pros A very user friendly experience to help start working on video editing, with easy to read and use tools. Cons If you are wanting to really dig down and bring your own style to an edit, you may not find all the tools you will need. Review Source JR Jack R. Accounting Specialist Accounting Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Perfect for Simple Video Editing" March 9, 2026 5.0 It works well when I need to send an accident video to my insurance company and the file size is too large. It compresses the video quickly without any trouble. Pros Very easy to use. It works well when I need to reduce video file size. I just drag the video in, adjust the quality, and export. The speed is fast, and the process is simple. Cons Editing features are basic. If you want more professional level tools, you might need a different app. Review Source Cheyanne G. Hr assistant Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy to use!" November 28, 2025 5.0 Pros How easy it is to learn how to use. Its super user friendly. Anyone can learn how to use this program. Cons Wish there were more transition options. And more customizable features for companies who utilize this for trainings Review Source bD brian D. NA Writing and Editing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "CLIPCHAMP BEWARE" March 10, 2025 2.0 Best described as "not great", and best use other more stable and functional apps for more important and longer videos. There is no longer any online help so you are on your own. Not worth paying for as there are better options out there. Pros Has some good features and I get a few extra for paying monthly for Microsoft Word package. Cons Has a number of major flaws of which the Clipchamp tech team have long been aware and done little to address. The most annoying and time consuming is trying to keep the dialogue and other adds on with the images when you change anything. Everything falls out of sync if you change image size or move stuff around. Gaps appear elsewhere and a lot of transitions just disappear. To restore all this takes hours and hours and you become nervous about changing anything. Advice...keep your video simple and short. The other most devastating experience is when your pictures disappear because you haven't gone to the paid Premium version where there is a picture back up and this does not happen. Bit of a con. Review Source DP Daniel P. Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Clipchamp is the Champ" August 13, 2025 5.0 Overall I have a very pleasant experience with Clipchamp. I'm able to create videos quickly and efficiently to help drive sales. Pros Editing both pictures, video, and music are very easy and user-friendly. You don't need much experience in order to produce high-quality clips quickly. Cons At the beginning it can be hard to use, especially if you don't have experience editing videos with similar programs. Review Source CJ Chistian J. CEO Leisure, Travel & Tourism Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My go-to tool " August 22, 2024 5.0 Overall, Clipchamp remains my go-to tool because it makes my work so much easier. Pros I've been using Climpchap for over 5 years now, and it has consistently been functional and user-friendly. I use it for screen recording, audio, and camera capture, and the templates are incredibly useful and practical. I have the free version, and all the features are easy to use and of excellent quality. The download options even go up to 1080p HD. I've seen the platform evolve and improve every day. The first time I used it was at work to add subtitles to some brand videos, and since then, I discovered it was much more than just adding titles. It's about trimming, merging, editing, and creating high-quality videos. For example, all my courses and promotional videos have been designed with Climpchap—if that isn't amazing! Sometimes I try other applications, but then I remember how easy my life is with Climpchap and continue using it. So far, I haven't needed to use any other apps. Cons One important consideration for those just starting with this platform is that to ensure optimal performance, your computer should have good storage capacity. While this hasn't been an issue with my current setup, it's definitely something to keep in mind. Review Source GV Gloria V. Freelancer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Simple Clipchamp review" September 30, 2021 5.0 I have made several videos using Clipchamp for my UTube channel without any problems. It has a quick start-up and no freezes or glitches. Thanks again, developers. Pros The interface is easy on the eyes. Not too loud. On night mode it seems. You will not find an easier video creator software like Clipchamp. I have been using it for four to six months and I still find tools or templates I did not know were there. Video creating with Clipchamp has been an absolute delight. Cons No complaints here. Clipchamp developers. Great job. I love your software. Review Source RL Randall L. Instructional Designer Logistics and Supply Chain Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "So Complete & So Easy" September 5, 2022 5.0 Very satisfactory, happy to have found this app and now routinely use it. Pros Ease of use, it has al the tools built into the app and set up in a similar fashion to many other apps so the learning curve is short. Cons When I duplicate elements they don't automatically add to the end of the file they appear "somewhere" in the middle and it at times can be difficult to locate where it ended up throwing all the following timing off. Review Source CS Conner S. Real Estate Media Specialist Real Estate Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Worst video editing software available" March 31, 2023 1.0 Incredibly frustrating and time consuming. Pros Absolutely nothing. There are no redeeming qualities of this software. Cons The software is completely unusable. It takes anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour to upload ONE video clip that is only 1/2 a GB. Once it is finished uploading, it disappears from the "My Media" list and is not able to be put into the video. Waste of time, complete garbage software. Stay away. Review Source Cesali A. CEO Arts and Crafts Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best Content Creator" November 20, 2023 5.0 Pros Beginner friendly Awesome templates Cost effective Cons Have to subscribe to use the premium features Review Source VS Vanessa S. Owner Entertainment Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Very easy and fast to use!" December 6, 2022 4.0 Great! It is a very east to use, and simple video editing program. Pros What I liked most about using this software is that it was very easy and quick. If I needed to cut a video, and add sound, or add a template, it took me less than a half hour to get it done. Especially if it's for a video that's not very long. Cons There is nothing that I disliked about it. It is a very easy to use video editor with simple components. Easy to use. I would not use this if you're needing to create a very detail oriented or complicated video. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer QA Computer Software Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Video making Clipchamp" November 1, 2023 5.0 Pros I like the overall experience with the tool and the functionalities it provides. It helps to create and edit videos even with little to no previous experience. Cons I didn't have major problems with the platform. Review Source CP Carey P. Assistant Food Production Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Moderate software " June 21, 2023 3.0 It was alright but used it very short term and didn't need it Pros The ability to quickly open it and use it straight away without any problems, or having to change stuff over Cons Nothing really that I can think of, just not amazing or anything like that, and don't need it anymore Review Source SC Shilton C. Information Officer/ Communication Government Administration Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great way to get your feet wet for new editors" June 12, 2023 5.0 Overall great, the free version offers enough functionality for so many of my day-day tasks. I will most definitely look into a premium subscription. Pros Lots of templates prebuilt for various types of social media Cons I only wish that I could purchase a lifetime license for premium features rather than monthly, and a little more advanced audio editing features when merging audio to video files Review Source CC Colin C. Operations Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easy to use" January 9, 2023 4.0 Pros Very easy to use, first time editing videos and I tried a few different applications but this was by far the easiest to use. Cons I wish the output quality could be better. Review Source LH Lawry H. Mural artist Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "An easy way to shorten your videos " May 3, 2021 4.0 Pros Well, it was free for starters. It makes it really easy to edit and use clips. Cons I haven't figured out how to add a soundtrack yet but have a feeling it has the capacity to. Review Source ST Sharonda T. Coach E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Painless Drag and Drop Creation and Quick Rendering" December 7, 2022 4.0 Pros The ease of adding video and audio and the quick rendering of formats even on older PCs. Cons Even though the interface would suggest otherwise, the video creation tools, like adding text to slides, did not function as intended. Review Source EC Eva-Mai C. Owner Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Good" April 28, 2021 4.0 Pros I really like to use it for videos for my prints and photo walls, i lke how easy it is to use Cons i was it had my things like green screen Review Source LU Laura U. Owner | Designer | Marketing Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Love Clipchamp for efficient & easy videos for design/marketing :)" April 28, 2021 5.0 Pros I use Clipchamp for my own business as well as a couple of clients. None of us have purchased the software as we have found everything we need to do is available in the free trial (low res, short social videos). However, when the time comes that I need to upgrade and purchase software for client videos or my own I will turn to Clipchamp. Cons Considering I'm not paying anything for the software, I can't really complain to be honest! Review Source Similar Products Featured