DaVinci ResolvevsFilmora
Score Comparison
Signals Comparison
DaVinci Resolve
- Frequent crashes and freezes(9/10)
- Hardware demands are excessive(8/10)
- 4K footage doesn't run smoothly without proxies(6/10)
Filmora
- Why is Filmora so slow and laggy?(7/10)
- Filmora uses a lot of resources and is hard to uninstall(5/10)
DaVinci Resolve
- Steep learning curve intimidates beginners(7/10)
- Basic editing functions unnecessarily complicated(7/10)
- Fusion VFX is extremely difficult to learn(5/10)
- Missing playback speed options(4/10)
Filmora
- Watermark still showing after buying Filmora(6/10)
DaVinci Resolve
- Export adds black artifacts and audio pops(8/10)
- Projects not backwards compatible(6/10)
Filmora
- Filmora keeps crashing on large or effect-heavy projects(9/10)
- Filmora updates break projects or custom titles(7/10)
- Filmora not opening on Windows 11(7/10)
DaVinci Resolve
- Linux version lacks H.264/H.265 codec support(7/10)
- Fairlight audio editing has notable limitations(5/10)
Filmora
No signals
DaVinci Resolve
- Free version limited to 8-bit codecs and UHD resolution(6/10)
Filmora
- Filmora's free version puts a huge watermark on every export(7/10)
- Filmora charged me after a free trial or cancellation(8/10)
- Filmora AI features cost extra credits on top of the subscription(6/10)
- Filmora effects and stock packs need a separate subscription(5/10)
- Filmora perpetual license doesn't include the next version(6/10)
DaVinci Resolve
- Customer support is unresponsive(6/10)
Filmora
- Wondershare refund requests denied or ignored(8/10)
- Hard to reach a human at Filmora support(6/10)
DaVinci Resolve
- No Android app, iPad-only mobile support(5/10)
Filmora
No signals
DaVinci Resolve
No signals
Filmora
- Filmora is too limited for advanced editing(5/10)
Pricing Comparison
DaVinci Resolve
Users: Single user
Storage: Unlimited (local storage)
Limits: Limited to UHD (3840x2160) - no DCI 4K, 8-bit codecs only, Single GPU processing, No Neural Engine AI tools, No stereoscopic 3D, No advanced collaboration
Users: Single license, unlimited machines
Storage: Unlimited (local storage)
Limits: License tied to USB dongle or computer activation, No subscription flexibility
Users: Single license
Storage: Unlimited
Limits: Speed Editor primarily useful for Cut page workflow
Filmora
Users: 1 user
Limits: Watermarked exports, no cloud storage, limited assets and features
Users: 1 user
Storage: 1 GB cloud
Limits: Single user, non-transferable; AI features need credits
Users: 1 user
Storage: 10 GB cloud
Limits: Single user, non-transferable
Users: 1 user
Storage: 1 GB cloud
Limits: No future major versions, one platform only
Feature Comparison
| Feature | DaVinci Resolve | Filmora |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Free professional version Full editing, color, VFX, audio - no watermarks | ||
| One-time purchase option $295 Studio with lifetime updates | ||
| Editing | ||
| Multi-track timeline | ||
| Keyframe animation | ||
| Core Features | ||
| Professional color grading Industry-leading, used in Hollywood | ||
| VFX compositing (Fusion) Node-based, steep learning curve | ||
| Audio post-production (Fairlight) Built-in DAW, no MIDI support | ||
| Performance | ||
| Render preview and proxies File > Preferences > Performance | ||
| GPU hardware acceleration | ||
| Multi-GPU support Studio only | ||
| AI | ||
| AI tools (captions, silence detection, smart cut) Credit-based | ||
| AI-powered features Studio only - noise reduction, voice isolation | ||
| Resolution | ||
| 4K editing Free: UHD only, Studio: DCI 4K+ | ||
| 8K editing Studio only | ||
| Export | ||
| 4K export without watermark Paid plans only | ||
| Licensing | ||
| Cross-platform license Annual plans only, not perpetual | ||
| Codecs | ||
| 10-bit codec support Studio only - major free version limitation | ||
| Reliability | ||
| Automatic project backup Location set in Preferences > Folder | ||
| Collaboration | ||
| Multi-user collaboration Studio only, includes Blackmagic Cloud | ||
| Platform | ||
| Windows support Full codec support | ||
| macOS support Full codec support, Apple Silicon native | ||
| Linux support No H.264/H.265 codec support | ||
| Mobile | ||
| iPad app Cut and Color pages only | ||
| iPhone app Only Blackmagic Camera app available | ||
| Android app Not available | ||
| Color | ||
| HDR grading Studio only for advanced HDR | ||
| Workflow | ||
| Offline editing Full desktop app, no internet required | ||