CyberLink PowerDirector
9.0#1 in video editing softwareFrom $59.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
VisitCyberLink PowerDirector vs Wave.video
Wave.video
7.5#39 in video editing softwareFrom $16 a monthFree planWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | CyberLink PowerDirector | Wave.video |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Built-in stock media comes from Getty Images and Meta Sound Collection, and direct publishing supports YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and Vimeo. | The integrations page lists Google Drive, HubSpot, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Dropbox, Wistia, and Vimeo. |
| Intended users | CyberLink describes PowerDirector as suitable for beginners and enthusiasts making videos quickly, as well as content creators producing social clips and YouTube videos. | Wave.video describes the platform as serving marketers who create and repurpose videos for marketing channels and businesses seeking to use video in their marketing funnels. |
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
Wave.video plans
- FreeFree
- Streamer$16 a month
- Creator$24 a month
- Business$48 a month
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 Wave.video if…
Wave.video suits marketers making or repurposing videos for marketing channels, and businesses using video in their marketing funnels. It may also fit users who need editing, hosting, and streaming tools in one web platform.