CyberLink PowerDirector
9.0#1 in video editing softwareFrom $59.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
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What both publish
| Fact | CyberLink PowerDirector | LightCut |
|---|---|---|
| 4K export | Yes | Yes |
| AI editing | Its Agentic Editor can take a plain-language request, generate clips, clean footage, apply effects, and place results on the editing timeline. | It offers AI-based one-tap editing. |
| Desktop app | Yes | No |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | The Android app supports multi-track editing, chroma key, masks, blend modes, 4K export and cloud projects. | Yes |
CyberLink PowerDirector plans
- PowerDirector EssentialFree
- PowerDirector 365 for Mac$24.99 a month
- PowerDirector 365$59.99 a year
- PowerDirector 365 for Mac$79.99 a year
- Director Suite$109.99 a year
- PowerDirector 2027$139.99, paid once
LightCut plans
- FreeFree
- LightCutFree
Pick CyberLink PowerDirector if…
PowerDirector suits beginners and enthusiasts who want guided editing on desktop or mobile. It also fits content creators producing social clips or YouTube videos, especially those needing 4K export, captions, stock media, and AI-assisted editing.
Pick LightCut if…
LightCut may suit DJI users looking for mobile editing with one-tap AI editing, templates, and real-time footage preview. It is limited to Android and iOS users.