CapCut is the default editor of the reels/shorts economy across India and Southeast Asia. The free version is a real editor — multi-track timeline, keyframes, chroma key, auto-captions, AI voiceover — which is why it conquered the region.
- Standard (~$9.99/month) and Pro (~$19.99/month or ~$179.99/year) unlock premium effects, better exports and the heavier AI features.
- Pricing varies by region, device and app store — check in-app for your local price before paying.
- Student discount (~50%) is available with a valid student email.

