CyberLink PowerDirector
9.0#1 in video editing softwareFrom $59.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
VisitCyberLink PowerDirector vs VEGAS Pro
What both publish
| Fact | CyberLink PowerDirector | VEGAS Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 4K export | Yes | Yes |
| Desktop app | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | Built-in stock media comes from Getty Images and Meta Sound Collection, and direct publishing supports YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and Vimeo. | It supports third-party OFX video plugins, VST2 and VST3 audio plugins, hardware, and an application scripting API. |
| Media library | The built-in royalty-free stock library includes Getty Images and Meta Sound Collection videos, photos, and music, described as cleared for commercial and personal use. | Storyblocks footage, music, and sound effects are available inside VEGAS Pro, and the plan comparison marks the library as subscription-only. |
| Purpose | PowerDirector is AI video-editing software combining editing tools, creative effects, and built-in stock media. | VEGAS Pro provides tools for video editing, audio production, and visual effects. |
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
VEGAS Pro plans
- Vegas Pro—
- Vegas Pro Plus—
- Vegas Pro Ultimate—
- Vegas Pro Upgrade & Support Plan—
- Vegas Pro Plus Upgrade & Support Plan—
- Vegas Pro Perpetual License—
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 VEGAS Pro if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.