Quick and easy online video editor by Microsoft.
Grade: A — Score: 100/100
Clipchamp leverages advanced technology to provide an in-browser video editing experience, eliminating the need for software downloads. Users can access a suite of AI-powered tools for video editing, audio enhancement, and subtitle generation, all designed to streamline the video creation process.
The platform supports a seamless workflow for video creators, offering features such as screen recording, voiceovers, and a vast library of royalty-free stock assets. This enables users to produce professional-quality videos efficiently, whether for personal projects or business presentations.
While Clipchamp offers robust features, users should be aware of potential risks such as reliance on internet connectivity and the need for a Microsoft 365 subscription for premium features. Additionally, users must ensure compliance with copyright regulations when using stock assets.
Free: $0 (free forever)
Premium (via Microsoft 365 Personal): Included with Microsoft 365 Personal ($9.99/month or $99.99/year)
Premium (via Microsoft 365 Family): Included with Microsoft 365 Family ($12.99/month or $129.99/year, up to 6 people)
Clipchamp for Work: Included with qualifying Microsoft 365 Business and Education licenses
Consider switching to Canva Video Editor: Canva offers similar video editing features with a focus on graphic design integration.
Clipchamp offers unlimited free 1080p exports with no watermarks and deep Microsoft 365 integration (OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams). CapCut has a stronger free editing toolkit with keyframe animation, motion tracking, chroma key, and multi-track editing that Clipchamp lacks. CapCut Pro ($7.99-$19.99/mo depending on region) adds 4K and expanded AI tools. Clipchamp's 4K export requires a Microsoft 365 subscription ($9.99/mo), which also includes the full Office suite and 1 TB OneDrive. CapCut runs on Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, and web. Clipchamp has no Android app.
4K UHD export is only available through Clipchamp Premium, which requires a Microsoft 365 Personal ($9.99/mo or $99.99/yr) or Family ($12.99/mo or $129.99/yr) subscription. The free plan caps exports at 1080p HD. For most social media platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Reels, 1080p is the standard delivery resolution, so the free tier is sufficient for the majority of creators.
There is no native Clipchamp app for Android or Linux desktop. Clipchamp runs in Chrome and Edge browsers, so Linux and Chromebook users can access it through the browser. On mobile, only iOS is supported with a dedicated app. The Windows desktop app is pre-installed on Windows 11 and available for Windows 10 via the Microsoft Store.
In late 2025 and early 2026, many users reported losing projects after Clipchamp migrated from local storage to OneDrive-based cloud storage. Complaints on Trustpilot, Reddit, and Microsoft Q&A describe projects disappearing, broken file links, and duplicate files. Microsoft acknowledged the syncing issues but provided no clear resolution timeline. Users working on important projects should back up source video files in a known, stable location outside of Clipchamp's project storage.
Clipchamp is a dedicated video editor with a traditional timeline, screen recorder, and AI audio/subtitle tools, all free at 1080p with no watermarks. Canva is a design-first platform where video editing is one feature among many. Canva Pro ($15/mo) includes premium templates, 100M+ stock assets, and real-time team collaboration, but its video timeline is simpler than Clipchamp's. Clipchamp is better for screen recordings, demos, and Microsoft 365 workflows. Canva is better for design-heavy branded content where graphics and video share the same project.
Clipchamp requires an internet connection for all core functions. It cannot be used fully offline. The Windows desktop app still relies on web technologies and needs connectivity. For longer or complex projects, Microsoft recommends using the desktop app over the browser for better performance, though users report that projects over 30 minutes can cause slowdowns on either version.
Clipchamp lacks multi-cam editing, motion tracking, keyframe animation, advanced color grading, and plugin support. Transitions and effects are basic compared to tools like DaVinci Resolve (free, includes all of the above) or Adobe Premiere Pro. Export file sizes can be larger than expected, and there is no way to animate individual elements along custom paths. Reviewers on G2 and Capterra consistently describe it as excellent for quick, simple edits but limiting for anything beyond basic production.
Clipchamp for Work is included in qualifying Microsoft 365 Business and Education licenses at no separate cost. It adds centralized IT controls, single sign-on via Microsoft 365, OneDrive and SharePoint integration for secure storage, brand kit for organizational templates, and video analytics with collaborative comments. Full premium features including AI video creation require a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. The work version runs at microsoft365.com/launch/clipchamp, separate from the personal app.clipchamp.com domain.