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Head-to-head

Splice vs CapCut

Splice 4.6★ · Free + IAP 55
Winner CapCut
CapCut 4.6★ · Free to download 65

CapCut is generally preferred by users for its editing capabilities, despite recent complaints about features moving behind a paywall, while Splice faces more consistent criticism regarding its pricing and reliability.

Full reviews: Splice · CapCut

CapCut and Splice are both video editing apps facing user frustration over increasing paywalls for previously free features. CapCut generally offers a wider range of editing tools and templates, but its free tier is becoming more restrictive, while Splice is heavily criticized for its high subscription cost and issues with project loss and export.

Head to head

Features and Tools edge: CapCutR3R5R13R29
Splice Splice users appreciate its basic editing tools and ease of use, finding it suitable for both personal and professional projects R5R29. However, some users desire more advanced options like custom fonts, blur tools, drawing effects, and the ability to create text boxes within the app R3. There are also complaints about music not loading from iTunes R13 and copyright challenges on YouTube for in-app music .
CapCut CapCut is praised for its extensive editing options and templates, making it suitable for various video projects, including gaming and social media content . Users highlight its ease of use and a wide array of features . However, a significant number of users express frustration that many popular effects, templates, and even basic features like extracting audio and text-to-speech, are increasingly being moved behind a 'Pro' paywall .
Ease of Use tieR21R24R29R41
Splice Splice is generally considered easy to use, with a straightforward interface that beginners can quickly learn R29R41. Some users are still learning the app R21 or need help with basic functions like saving videos R24.
CapCut CapCut is widely regarded as easy to use and intuitive, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced editors . Users appreciate its simple editing tools for creating various types of videos .
Reliability and Performance tieR9R11R13R18
Splice Splice users frequently report issues with the app crashing, leading to lost projects and unsaved work R9R13R18. There are also complaints about export problems R9R37 and the inability to link accounts across devices R11.
CapCut CapCut users experience significant lag, especially with multiple layers or good internet . Some report bugs where brush masks turn into stars or text-to-speech features don't appear . There are also issues with project deletion and the trash bin not emptying correctly , and some users cannot run their edits within the app .
Price and Value tieR1R4R6R10
Splice Splice faces strong criticism for its pricing model, with many users lamenting its transition from a free app to a paid subscription R1R4R10. The cost is considered expensive, with some mentioning $10 a week R6 and features like having only two videos in progress or limited exports being behind a paywall R6R33R34R37. Users feel betrayed by the change and suggest more affordable monthly options or a one-time purchase R6R10.
CapCut CapCut users are increasingly frustrated by the shift of previously free and basic features behind a 'Pro' paywall R67. Many feel it has become greedy, making it difficult for non-paying users to create content . Exporting videos, a fundamental function, has also been moved to the Pro tier R67R115.
Support tieR9R70
Splice Splice users report unresponsive support, with some claiming support only contacts them after a negative review R9.
CapCut There is no specific feedback on CapCut's customer support in the provided reviews. However, some users report issues with account deletion and inability to log back in R70.
Pick Splice if

Pick Splice if you need a straightforward video editor for basic tasks and are willing to pay for a subscription, especially if you value its music selection R5.

Pick CapCut if

Pick CapCut if you are looking for a feature-rich video editor with a wide array of templates and effects, and you are prepared to deal with increasing paywalls for advanced or even basic features .

Evidence note: Both apps have a strong negative skew in recent reviews due to features being moved behind paywalls. CapCut has a much larger user base and more reviews, which might amplify the visibility of its issues, but also indicates broader adoption. Splice's negative reviews are heavily focused on its pricing model and reliability, while CapCut's are more about the shift of features to its Pro tier.

Frequently asked

How much does Splice cost?
Splice has transitioned from being free to a paid subscription model, with some users reporting a cost of $10 per week R6. Many basic features and the ability to save videos are now behind this paywall R4R6R34R37.
Can I export videos for free in CapCut?
Historically, CapCut allowed free video exports, but recent updates have moved this basic feature behind its 'Pro' subscription R67R115.
Do Splice and CapCut have free features?
Both Splice and CapCut offer some free features, but users of both apps report that an increasing number of previously free and basic functionalities are now locked behind paid subscriptions (R4, R6, R33, R34, R37, , for Splice; , , , R67, , , , , , , , , , , , , , R115, , , for CapCut).

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R3] Splice 3/5 · US Limited font options: If I could use the fonts I wanted the review would be 5 stars.
  2. [R5] Splice 5/5 · US Love it!: A fun way to put videos together! Ive used it for professional and personal projects and it does not disappoint :)
  3. [R13] Splice 1/5 · US When I purchase music off iTunes I waste my money it doesn't load: I buy some of iTunes from your site and they don't ever load I've wasted about $20 I have to keep deleting my app this is my third time and it causes me to lose my save work and music your days are numbered
  4. [R29] Splice 5/5 · US Better than Edits: Been using for a while, it has all the basic editing tools I need and is user friendly. Way better than instagram’s edits, never had any issues with Splice!
  5. [R21] Splice 3/5 · US New: Still learning how to use it
  6. [R24] Splice 3/5 · US idk how to lol: So how do I save the vid in my photos? Pleaseeee tell me don’t judge me cuz I don’t know.
  7. [R41] Splice 5/5 · US Fav video editor: Love splice! My favorite video editor. So easy to use!
  8. [R9] Splice 3/5 · US Frequent crashes lose projects.: Cannot get responsive support. Frequent export problems. Support only contacts you after a negative review.
  9. [R11] Splice 5/5 · US I have it on my iPhone and I like on my tablet: I really like the app. I have it on my iPhone . I want the same account on my iPhone and my tablet Can anyone help Thank,YOU EARL GRANT Sr Thank,You
  10. [R18] Splice 3/5 · US It’s ok.: It’s ok. But it crashes a lot always missing assists. That could have to do with my storage.
  11. [R1] Splice 1/5 · US Garbage: Used to be free, updated to paid version and deleted all my videos, new music sucks too.
  12. [R4] Splice 2/5 · US Have to pay to use: All these apps charge for basic features. It’s not great but could be worst. It’s alright.
  13. [R6] Splice 3/5 · US ExPeNsIvE: $10. For a WEEK. Bro. And a whole lot of features are behind that Paywall. For example; you can only have TWO videos in progress at a time. Which I guess isn't too bad if you think about it, but it's auful for me, as a bit of a scatterbrain. Lemme suggest something; make it like 1/4 of the price, which is still like &2.50ish, so you get your money's worth. Or, maybe do $10 a MONTH.
  14. [R10] Splice 1/5 · US WAS my go-to EDIT: I’ve had this editing app for years and over time it’s only gotten better. <- IS WHAT I WROTE but then after leaving the prompt I’m left with a subscription option when this app was free from the beginning? They were also loyal to their original users and told us that we won’t have to pay since we have been loyal to them since the beginning. I feel so betrayed, I can’t afford to
  15. [R70] CapCut 1/5 · US Couldn’t log back in: Account got deleted and there is porn on the app do not recommend
  16. [R34] Splice 1/5 · US Terrible: After two exports you have to buy premium.
  17. [R37] Splice 2/5 · US The base app is disappointing: All the base features are good and are easy to use. But none of it matters if I can’t export it. What’s the point of making a video if I can’t have it myself. And to make it worse, when I try to find a way around it by screen recording if watermarks my own video. Its my video, not the apps. I’m the one who put the clips in and edited them. I also don’t want to spend
  18. [R67] CapCut 1/5 · US Suddenly made exporting a video a pro feature.: I can’t use the app properly if I can’t export my videos. You guys were one of the only apps who didn’t charge for this. I’m deleting this app and am severely disappointed in you.
  19. [R115] CapCut 1/5 · US Still garbage: I spent five or six hours making a video, I didn't use anything special, and then it said I was using some 'pro feature.' It made me laugh. And it wants money, but I'm broke and have none, so I can't export it, hahaha. Even if it's a paid feature, when the page pops up, can you at least let me click on the paid option, or whatever it's called, so I can be taken to where I can use it? I've searched everywhere and can't find it. Isn't that ridiculous? Are you happy with this? Also, when I open an effect or a transition and try to search for something, it just lags and I can't find it. I checked my network, restarted it, restarted my phone, and even tried someone else's phone. Their phone worked, but mine didn't display it. Is it my phone's performance, or your problem? If you don't fix it, just wait to die. · translated
  20. [R33] Splice 3/5 · US A few things 🙃: It’s kinda annoying that I have to have a subscription to do more than two edits! I mean come on! Pls? Especially when someone is just trying to edit a few videos. I get it, (yes, I do). Y’all are just trying to make some money, but still, but I do like all of the editing features on the app. But there could be some new updates on it, I hope it doesn’t sound like I’m trying to do

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store