Video & Audio · Motion graphics and VFX

Free alternatives to Adobe After Effects

Adobe After Effects by Adobe: Motion graphics, compositing and visual effects for video. Pricing: subscription. Here are 3 free options that cover the same job.

Alternative	Type	Platforms	Best for
Blender	Open source	Windows, macOS, Linux	3D motion graphics, VFX and compositing	Get it
DaVinci Resolve (Fusion)	Free plan	Windows, macOS, Linux	Node-based compositing inside an editor	Get it
NatronDevelopment is slower than the others listed.	Open source	Windows, macOS, Linux	Node-based compositing	Get it
Adobe After EffectsThe paid original	Subscription	–	Motion graphics and VFX	Visit

The alternatives in detail

01/ Blender

Open source

Best for: 3D motion graphics, VFX and compositing.

Runs on: Windows, macOS, Linux

Visit Blender

02/ DaVinci Resolve (Fusion)

Free plan

Best for: Node-based compositing inside an editor.

Runs on: Windows, macOS, Linux

Visit DaVinci Resolve (Fusion)

03/ Natron

Open source

Best for: Node-based compositing.

Development is slower than the others listed.

Runs on: Windows, macOS, Linux

Visit Natron

Frequently asked questions

Is there a free alternative to Adobe After Effects?

Yes. Blender is a strong free option for 3d motion graphics, vfx and compositing. Other choices include DaVinci Resolve (Fusion), Natron.

Which Adobe After Effects alternative is open source?

Blender, Natron are open source.