iMovie for Windows and iMovie Alternatives

While there is no Windows version of iMovie, Movavi Video Editor is the perfect Windows equivalent of iMovie. It does everything iMovie does and a lot more. It's a terrific program for beginners with an intuitive easy-to-use drag-and-drop interface. You don't need any previous experience to use Movavi Video Editor to easily edit and create great-looking videos.

Movavi Video Editor is more than just an alternative to iMovie for Windows since it has a variety of more advanced features for professional users. You can choose from a number of creative filters, pro-level transitions (with sound), fun special effects, and an audio-editing tool ^[1]. You can even use the Chroma Key feature to replace the background in any video clip with something more interesting.

Movavi Video Editor runs on both the Windows and macOS platforms. To see this video editor in action, you can download a free trial.

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Another good alternative to iMovie for PCs is VSDC Video Editor. This iMovie for PC freeware offers a modern interface and non-linear editing, so you can place video clips in random locations on the timeline. The program includes a wide variety of popular visual effects, including video filters, color correction, and object transformation. It even includes echo, reverb, volume correction, and other audio effects.

VSDC Video Editor can be a great alternative to iMovie for Windows as it is completely free, although there is a paid Pro version available with additional features ^[2].

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Go to the VSDC download page

Since there is no PC version of iMovie, you need to look at other options. OpenShot is a cross-platform open-source alternative to iMovie for Windows users. It's slightly more limited in features and functionality than other programs discussed here but it is a free alternative to iMovie for Windows.

This program features a drag-and-drop interface that's easy for beginners to learn ^[3]. It includes a variety of animation effects, 3D titles, and watermarking. The video editor enables you to adjust the picture's color, contrast, and brightness.

OpenShot is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux computers. It's completely free to use.

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Go to the OpenShot download page

Because you can't download iMovie for Windows, you can choose even more powerful options. DaVinci Resolve is a powerful video-editing program that goes well beyond the functionality offered by iMovie, which makes it popular with more experienced and demanding users. It combines video editing, color correction, motion graphics, and audio post-production into a single interface.

This iMovie for Windows alternative includes a large number of broadcast-quality special effects and transitions as well as 2D and 3D animated titles and text ^[4]. A quick export tool enables easy uploads to YouTube, Vimeo, Twitter, and other social media.

If you look for something more powerful than just iMovie for Windows, DaVinci Resolve can be your option. However, because of its advanced features, Resolve is not the best choice for beginning users. It's a full-featured video editing program with a relatively steep learning curve that lets you create truly professional video results.

DaVinci Resolve is free and runs on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows. DaVinci Resolve Studio, with even more pro-level features, is available for $295.

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Go to the DaVinci Resolve download page

Like DaVinci Resolve, CyberLink PowerDirector is a high-end video editing program with lots of advanced features. This program is also a decent alternative to iMovie for Windows since it includes a large number of plug-in video effects, customizable design tools, and more, as well as access to a large stock library of photos, videos, and background music.

The basic version of the program, CyberLink PowerDirector 365 Essential, is available for free. CyberLink PowerDirector 365 offers more powerful video editing and a greater variety of tools and special effects and is available for a $69.99/year subscription. Both versions are available for both Windows and macOS platforms.

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Go to the CyberLink PowerDirector download page

Pinnacle Studio Ultimate is another high-end video-editing program that functions as an alternative to iMovie for Windows 10 and other versions. Pinnacle actually offers three programs in the Studio line, of which Ultimate is the most powerful – while still being easy to use. That makes it ideal for a wide range of users, from beginners to more advanced users.

The program's entry-level features include timeline and storyboard editing, as well as quick start project templates. Pinnacle Studio Ultimate also includes a wealth of features for professional-level users, including multi-camera editing (for up to 6 cameras), split-screen video, color grading, motion title graphics, and 360-degree video editing. There's also an advanced audio editor and access to a royalty-free music library, along with a variety of helpful video tutorials.

Unlike iMovie with a free download, Pinnacle Studio Ultimate sells for $129.95. Pinnacle also offers two less fully-featured versions of the program – Pinnacle Studio Standard for $59.95 and Pinnacle Studio Plus for $99.95. A free trial is available.

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Go to the Pinnacle Studio Ultimate download page