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Filmora vs CapCut (2026): Free Versions, Pro Prices and Which Editor to Pick

CapCut is the free, mobile-first editor most short-form creators start with; Filmora is a desktop editor with a free watermarked version and monthly, yearly or one-time licences. Filmora prices were read on Wondershare's store on 19 and 26 October 2026; CapCut prices come from CapCut's own Standard vs Pro article (dated 23 Sep 2026, read 26 Oct 2026), in USD.

✓ Updated: October 26, 2026 · By Fırat Papatya

Offer today	Filmora	CapCut
Kuponaut code	Code SAF-KUPONAUT-FXD10: 10% off (November 10, 2026)	No Kuponaut code

	Filmora	CapCut
Monthly plans (USD)	Monthly plan US$19.99 a month (shown against $29.99) (read 26 Oct 2026)	CapCut Pro $19.99 a month for individuals; team plans from around $24.99 a month (CapCut article, read 26 Oct 2026)
Yearly billing	Basic US$49.99, Advanced US$59.99, Premium US$99.99 a year on Windows (read 19 Oct 2026)	CapCut Pro $179.99 a year; CapCut says prices vary by region, platform, taxes and promotions
One-time licence	Perpetual US$79.99 one-time (shown against $109.99), current major version only (read 26 Oct 2026)	Not offered
Free option	Free version with no time limit and all editing tools; every export carries a watermark	Free Standard plan with basic editing, filters, transitions and text; premium templates, effects, fonts and music are limited, and auto captions and motion tracking are Pro-only
Refunds	30-day money-back guarantee on direct purchases for accepted reasons; renewals excluded	Not stated in the official articles we read; CapCut says cancelling takes effect from the following month
Platforms	Windows and Mac desktop; the cross-platform plan adds mobile apps	Mobile, desktop and web with one Pro subscription
Student discount	Up to 40% off via Student Beans (read 14 Oct 2026)	Not stated on official pages
Best for	Desktop editing, watermark-free exports under $50 a year, or buying once	Phone-first short clips; Pro for AI captions and premium assets

How to choose

If you edit on your phone and post short clips, CapCut's free plan may be enough; just note that auto captions are Pro-only and Pro costs $179.99 a year. If you edit on a computer, Filmora is cheaper for a watermark-free export (Basic $49.99 a year on Windows) or a one-time $79.99 licence, and it publishes a 30-day refund policy and a student discount. Both cost about $20 for a single month.

Frequently asked questions

Is CapCut Pro more expensive than Filmora?

Per year, yes: CapCut Pro is $179.99 a year, Filmora Basic US$49.99 and Premium US$99.99 on Windows. Per month they are about the same: $19.99 each (official pages, read 19–26 Oct 2026).

Does CapCut have a one-time licence?

No. CapCut Pro is a monthly or yearly subscription. Filmora sells a one-time Perpetual licence at US$79.99 for the current major version.

Are auto captions free in CapCut?

No. CapCut's own Standard vs Pro article (23 Sep 2026) lists auto captions and motion tracking among the Pro-only tools. Filmora's free version includes its tools but watermarks every export.

Current deals

Filmora offer → CapCut official pricing →

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