The quintessential 'prosumer' editor, bridging the gap between basic tools and professional NLEs. The late 2025 'v15' update introduced AI Mate, Dual-Timeline editing, and AI Video Enhancer. It features an massive library of stock assets and transitions, making it ideal for social media creators. However, some advanced AI features now require a separate 'AI Credit' balance, and the export watermark in the free version remains a hurdle.

A high-performance NLE famous for its rendering speed and massive effect library. The late 2025 update features 'Character Motion Swap' (animating photos from video references), AI Text-to-Video, and 'Auto Editing' which turns raw footage into highlight reels in seconds. While it offers a perpetual license, its '365' subscription is the only way to access the monthly AI credit allowance for generative tools.