DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
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DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
DaVinci Resolve
Riverside
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
Users: 1 user
Storage: 2 hours recording
Limits: 720p max resolution, Riverside branding on exports, Limited to 2 hours total recording
Users: 1 user
Storage: Unlimited recording
Limits: 1080p max (not 4K), No team features, No priority support, Monthly price is $24 (annual saves 35%)
Users: 1 user
Storage: Unlimited recording
Limits: 15 hour transcription cap, No SSO, No dedicated support, Monthly price is $39 (annual saves 35%)
Users: Per user
Storage: Unlimited recording
Limits: Still no custom backgrounds, No SSO (requires Business), No SLA guarantee, Per-user cost at scale becomes expensive
Users: Custom
Storage: Unlimited
Limits: Requires sales call for actual pricing, Minimum commitment likely required, Enterprise negotiation needed
| Feature | DaVinci Resolve | Riverside |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Free professional version Full editing, color, VFX, audio - no watermarks | ||
| One-time purchase option $295 Studio with lifetime updates | ||
| Recording | ||
| 4K video recording Pro plan and above | ||
| Local recording (not cloud-dependent) Core differentiator | ||
| Lossless audio recording All plans | ||
| 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 | ||
| Usability | ||
| Browser-based guest access No download required | ||
| Offline mode Requires internet connection | ||
| AI Features | ||
| AI transcription Limited hours on lower plans | ||
| Magic Clips for social media Pro plan and above | ||
| Resolution | ||
| 4K editing Free: UHD only, Studio: DCI 4K+ | ||
| 8K editing Studio only | ||
| Editing | ||
| Text-based editing Standard plan and above | ||
| Codecs | ||
| 10-bit codec support Studio only - major free version limitation | ||
| Branding | ||
| Custom virtual backgrounds Business plan only ($450/mo) | ||
| Collaboration | ||
| Multi-user collaboration Studio only, includes Blackmagic Cloud | ||
| Distribution | ||
| Live streaming Not supported, use StreamYard | ||
| AI | ||
| AI-powered features Studio only - noise reduction, voice isolation | ||
| Platform | ||
| Windows support Full codec support | ||
| macOS support Full codec support, Apple Silicon native | ||
| Linux support No H.264/H.265 codec support | ||
| Mobile | ||
| Mobile export/review iOS app recording only | ||
| iPad app Cut and Color pages only | ||
| iPhone app Only Blackmagic Camera app available | ||
| Android app Not available | ||
| Enterprise | ||
| SSO/SAML Business plan only | ||
| Integrations | ||
| API access Pro plan and above | ||
| Support | ||
| Real-time customer support Email only, multi-day response | ||
| Performance | ||
| Multi-GPU support Studio only | ||
| Color | ||
| HDR grading Studio only for advanced HDR | ||
| Workflow | ||
| Offline editing Full desktop app, no internet required | ||
