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DaVinci Resolve

Editing, color, effects and audio in one desktop app

Profile reviewed 19 Sept 2026 · Original official-source research was checked on 17 September 2026. The overview and Studio sources were rechecked on 19 September; other sources retain their earlier dates. Recommendations are editorial deductions. No application installation, hands-on editing, checkout or performance test was performed.

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Where it fits

DaVinci Resolve combines a timeline editor with dedicated color, Fusion effects and Fairlight audio workspaces. The current vendor page identifies Resolve 21. Its free edition is a useful starting point when the actual media fits its supported formats; Studio adds capabilities such as text-based editing and advanced noise reduction. This makes it a candidate for people developing a complete post-production workflow without immediately taking on a subscription. The presence of these tools does not establish smooth playback on a particular laptop. Check codecs, hardware and edition before migrating a job. Local collaboration and Blackmagic Cloud are distinct deployment choices with their own setup and costs.

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Prices & plans

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DaVinci Resolve

DaVinci Resolve

Free

Free desktop edition

AvailabilityGlobal download

Check the codec and OS requirements for your footage.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

USD 295.00 once

Listed individual software purchase

AvailabilityUnited States

Advertised price. Taxes and final checkout were not verified. Separate cloud services are excluded.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

SGD 375.00 once

Listed individual software purchase

AvailabilitySingapore

Advertised Singapore price. Final tax treatment and checkout were not verified.

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Features and practical details

11 features

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Platforms

DaVinci Resolve

Windows, macOS and Linux.

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Documented generation

DaVinci Resolve

The live product overview identifies DaVinci Resolve 21.

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Free plan limits

DaVinci Resolve

Vendor describes virtually all 8-bit formats through UHD 3840 × 2160 at 60 fps.

This is not a complete codec matrix. Exact container, codec, bit depth and OS exceptions still need checking.

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Export

DaVinci Resolve

Studio adds support described as 10-bit video up to 120 fps and resolutions beyond 4K.

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AI features

DaVinci Resolve

Studio lists text-based editing, Magic Mask and temporal or AI spatial noise reduction.

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Collaboration

DaVinci Resolve

Local and remote project libraries support multi-user work; Blackmagic Cloud is a separate option.

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Color workflow

DaVinci Resolve

Dedicated color workspace with curves, qualifiers, tracking and node-based adjustments.

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Compositing

DaVinci Resolve

Fusion provides a node-based effects workspace within Resolve.

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Audio post-production

DaVinci Resolve

Fairlight provides an integrated audio editing and mixing workspace.

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Project portability

DaVinci Resolve

Blackmagic documents interoperability with Premiere, Final Cut Pro and Media Composer workflows.

No project round trip was tested. Check the destination's supported interchange version and effects.

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Official learning materials

DaVinci Resolve

Blackmagic publishes training videos and downloadable training books with project files.

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Feature comparison
FeatureDaVinci Resolve
Platforms

Windows, macOS and Linux.

Vendor documentedSource
Documented generation

The live product overview identifies DaVinci Resolve 21.

Vendor documentedSource
Free plan limits

Vendor describes virtually all 8-bit formats through UHD 3840 × 2160 at 60 fps.

This is not a complete codec matrix. Exact container, codec, bit depth and OS exceptions still need checking.

Vendor documentedSource
Export

Studio adds support described as 10-bit video up to 120 fps and resolutions beyond 4K.

Vendor documentedSource
AI features

Studio lists text-based editing, Magic Mask and temporal or AI spatial noise reduction.

Vendor documentedSource
Collaboration

Local and remote project libraries support multi-user work; Blackmagic Cloud is a separate option.

Vendor documentedSource
Color workflow

Dedicated color workspace with curves, qualifiers, tracking and node-based adjustments.

Vendor documentedSource
Compositing

Fusion provides a node-based effects workspace within Resolve.

Vendor documentedSource
Audio post-production

Fairlight provides an integrated audio editing and mixing workspace.

Vendor documentedSource
Project portability

Blackmagic documents interoperability with Premiere, Final Cut Pro and Media Composer workflows.

No project round trip was tested. Check the destination's supported interchange version and effects.

Vendor documentedSource
Official learning materials

Blackmagic publishes training videos and downloadable training books with project files.

Vendor documentedSource

Compare the alternatives

CapCut vs DaVinci Resolve: start with your devices and the job

Video editing · Shortlist CapCut when editing across a phone and computer is central to the job. Shortlist Resolve when you want a substantial free desktop editor with dedicated color, effects and audio workspaces. Check the exact plan and media before committing.

CapCut vs DaVinci Resolve vs Adobe Premiere: choose for your next edit

Video editing · Start with CapCut Pro when premium access must follow you between phone and computer. Start with Resolve when you want a free desktop entry point and integrated editing, color, effects and audio workspaces. Start with Premiere when Adobe handoffs or transcript-based cutting are concrete requirements. Test your actual source file and delivery settings before committing.

DaVinci Resolve vs Adobe Premiere: compare the whole editing workflow

Video editing · Resolve deserves a trial when you want integrated finishing tools and a free desktop starting point. Premiere deserves a trial when existing Adobe projects, After Effects compositions or Frame.io reviews are central to the job.

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