libopenshot
The premium Open Source alternative to Adobe Premiere Pro Engine
🎯 Best for:Developers building cross-platform desktop video editing software.
What is libopenshot?
A free alternative to proprietary video editing engines like the Adobe Premiere Pro Engine. It provides a comprehensive API for high-quality video compositing, animation, and multi-track editing across multiple languages.
Tech Stack
C++Video Editing & Streaming
Why libopenshot?
- • Multi-language support
- • Powerful animation engine
- • Cross-platform stability
Limitations
- • Large binary size
- • Complex build process
- • Legacy C++ architecture
3/2/2026
Last Update
311
Forks
43
Issues
LGPL-3.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$7,080
/ year (est. based on Adobe Premiere Pro Engine)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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