--- title: "DaVinci Resolve Pricing 2026 | Capterra" description: "Learn more about DaVinci Resolve pricing plans including starting price, free versions and trials." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/209733/DaVinci-Resolve/pricing/" page_type: "pricing" language: "en" --- # DaVinci Resolve Pricing - Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 from [273 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/209733/DaVinci-Resolve/reviews/) - Starting at $295.00 one time - Free trial: Not available - Free version: Available - Credit card required: Not provided by vendor --- ## How much does DaVinci Resolve cost? DaVinci Resolve has **2 different plans**. The pricing **starts at $295 flat rate one time** with a free plan available. ### DaVinci Resolve - Price: $0.00 #### DaVinci Resolve plan includes: - Audio Post Production - Built-in Chat - Color Correction - Editing - Motion Graphics - Multi User Collaboration - Notifications - Visual Effects ### DaVinci Resolve Studio - Price: $295.00 - Billing: Flat Rate, One Time #### DaVinci Resolve Studio plan includes: - Motion Graphics - Multi User Collaboration - Notifications - Advanced HDR Grading - Stereoscopic 3d Tools - Visual Effects - Resolve FX Filters - Audio Post Production - Built-in Chat - Color Correction - Davinci Neural Engine - Editing - Fairlight FX Audio Plugins - HDR Scopes --- ## Is DaVinci Resolve worth the price? ### Value for Money - Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 - Good or excellent value for money: 96% AI summary based on 127 value-for-money rating reviews: Most reviewers indicate that DaVinci Resolve offers exceptional value for money, particularly due to its comprehensive free version. They appreciate that the free version includes many powerful features, such as high-quality video editing, color correction, special effects, and 3D editing capabilities, which are often only available in paid versions of other software. Some users report that the cost of the paid version can be a drawback, especially for those who need advanced features like 4K editing and noise reduction, which are not available in the free version. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of use: 4.0 - Customer service: 4.3 - Features: 4.8 - Ease of deployment: 4.5 - Likelihood to recommend: 89% Based on 273 total DaVinci Resolve reviews. --- ## How does DaVinci Resolve compare to other alternatives? DaVinci Resolve starts at $295 flat rate one time. Explore how its pricing and plan options compare with top alternatives below. DaVinci Resolve pricing comparison | Product | Plans | Starting price | Free version | Free trial | Value for Money | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | DaVinci Resolve — 4.8 out of 5 ([273 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/209733/DaVinci-Resolve/reviews/)) | 2 plans | $295.00 /one-time | Available | Not available | 4.8 | | [Adobe Express](https://www.capterra.com/p/174232/adobe-express/) — 4.6 out of 5 ([1,244 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/174232/adobe-express/reviews/)) | 5 plans | $4.99 /user/mo | Available | Available | 4.4 | | [VideoPad](https://www.capterra.com/p/122390/VideoPad/) — 4.3 out of 5 ([181 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/122390/VideoPad/reviews/)) | 1 plan | Not available | Available | Not available | 4.2 | | [Movavi Video Editor](https://www.capterra.com/p/228422/Movavi-Video-Editor-Plus/) — 4.8 out of 5 ([1,135 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/228422/Movavi-Video-Editor-Plus/reviews/)) | 2 plans | $54.95 /user/yr | Not available | Available | 4.4 | | [Adobe Premiere Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/233456/Adobe-Premiere-Pro/) — 4.7 out of 5 ([574 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/233456/Adobe-Premiere-Pro/reviews/)) | 1 plan | $20.99 /mo | Not available | Available | 4.1 | --- ## What reviewers say about DaVinci Resolve's pricing ### What they like - **DaVinci Resolve offers exceptional value for money** Particularly due to its comprehensive free version. They appreciate that the free version includes many powerful features, such as high-quality video editing, color correction, special effects, and 3D editing capabilities, which are often only available in paid versions of other software. - **The free version is sufficient for most amateur and semi-professional needs** And they value the absence of watermarks and significant limitations. Reviewers appreciate that the paid version, which includes advanced features like 4K rendering and noise reduction, is available for a one-time fee, providing lifetime updates without the need for a subscription. - **This pricing model more affordable compared to competitors like Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro** ### What holds them back - **The cost of the paid version can be a drawback** Especially for those who need advanced features like 4K editing and noise reduction, which are not available in the free version. They mention that while the one-time fee is reasonable, the additional cost of hardware and control panels can be high. - **The absence of certain features in the free version** Such as noise reduction and lens correction, is a limitation. Some users indicate that the software can be resource-intensive, leading to performance issues on less powerful hardware. ## Price & value in reviewers' words * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "It provides all the necessary options to help a user make their video look as professional as possible and DaVinci is a free video editing software that not only allows professional video editing features , you can also enhance or play around with audio editing." Reviewer: Verified Reviewer Role: Quality Assurance * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "The platform is stable and handles most production tasks I'd need for developing lecture videos, YouTube gaming and commentary videos, and video podcasts." Reviewer: Shaun D. Role: Producer and Host * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "I dont think this is for mom and dad looking to get the movies off their phone, or anyone who doesnt have a little time to learn it." Reviewer: Tyler B. Role: Digital Asset Manager * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "The audio editing tool is less advanced and there are also fewer third-party plug-ins compared to other similar software." Reviewer: Claudia L. Role: Accounting Manager [Check all reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/209733/DaVinci-Resolve/reviews/)