Video editing · by CapCut

CapCut: what it does, who it suits and what it costs

A video editor for phone and desktop that many small businesses use to cut short vertical videos for Reels, TikTok and Shorts.

Who it is for

Owners who film their own short clips on a phone and want to add captions, music and simple edits.

What small businesses use it for

  • Trim and caption short vertical videos
  • Add auto captions to talking clips
  • Use templates for quick promo videos

Plans and prices

CapCut plans
Free$0
ProShown in the appCapCut describes Pro as an upgraded version with premium templates, effects and audio tools. A free Pro trial is offered for a limited period.

CapCut's help pages did not publish a Pro price or the trial length when we checked. Check the price inside the app before subscribing.

Checked on the official pricing page on October 18, 2026. Prices change, so confirm before you buy.

Worth knowing

  • Free version covers basic short video edits
  • Works on phone and desktop

Watch out for

  • Pro price is not published on the help pages we checked
  • Check music and template licence terms before using them in paid ads

These notes come from the maker's published plans and our reading of them. We have not run a formal hands on test of CapCut for this page. How we review tools.

Alternatives

Canva

Design and social graphics

A drag and drop design tool for social posts, flyers, menus, presentations and simple video, with a large template library and a free plan.

Free planPrices checked October 18, 2026

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