Head-to-head · Video Editing Software
DaVinci Resolve vs VEGAS Pro
DaVinci Resolve leads on 1 check, VEGAS Pro on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreDaVinci Resolve · 9.3/10
- Free planonly DaVinci Resolve
- Free trialonly VEGAS Pro
- Most featuresDaVinci Resolve · 4 of 5
DaVinci Resolve scores higher on our rubric for video editing software: 9.3 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
DaVinci Resolve offers free plan; VEGAS Pro doesn't.
DaVinci Resolve is the better fit for professional editors wanting maximum free depth. VEGAS Pro is the better fit for windows editors needing advanced AI editing.
- DaVinci Resolve fits best
Professional editors wanting maximum free depth
- VEGAS Pro fits best
Windows editors needing advanced AI editing
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Side by side
| Feature | DaVinci Resolve 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | VEGAS Pro 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #1 in Video Editing Software | #7 in Video Editing Software |
| Best for | Professional editors wanting maximum free depth | Windows editors needing advanced AI editing |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | 15 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | Windows |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features DaVinci Resolve 4/5 · VEGAS Pro 2/5 | ||
| Desktop app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web app | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Mobile app | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| 4K export | ✓ | ✓ |
| Team collaboration | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Included cloud storage | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | DaVinci Resolve is a professional post-production application for editors who need more than basic cutting. It brings non-linear editing, color correction, visual effects, motion graphics, audio post-production, media organization and… Read the review → |
VEGAS Pro is a Windows-based nonlinear video editor for content creators, filmmakers, and post-production professionals. Its core workflow combines timeline editing, multicamera production, compositing, color grading, visual effects,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
DaVinci Resolve — where it wins
- Free plan includes editing, color, VFX, audio and collaboration
- Supports up to Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 and 60 fps in the free plan
- Works across Windows, macOS, Linux and iOS
Where it doesn't
- Advanced AI, HDR and additional effects require the Studio upgrade
- Studio costs $295 as a one-time purchase
- Its broad post-production scope may exceed simple editing needs
VEGAS Pro — where it wins
- Unlimited video and audio tracks with GPU-accelerated processing
- AI text editing, subtitles, speech-to-text, and voice generation
- Advanced color, multicam, compositing, audio, and 4K/8K export
Where it doesn't
- Windows-only platform limits cross-platform workflows
- No free plan for ongoing use
- Higher editions add specialist tools at additional plan levels
- DaVinci Resolve9.3/10 · Free plan
A deep free editor with professional post-production tools across desktop and iPad.
Visit ResolveFull verdict → - VEGAS Pro8.6/10 · 15-day trial
A feature-rich Windows editor with advanced AI, color, multicam, audio, and 4K/8K export.
Visit VEGAS ProFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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