iMovie Reviews & Ratings

4.5/5

“iMovie Has Potential”

Great features, but tough to navigate.

Pros : iMovie is a strong editing software. I haven't used all its features yet, but so far, it's quite powerful.

Cons : It's hard to use and feels like it's made for programmers, not regular users.

Switched from : Windows Movie Maker

Reason to switch : I wanted more features and better quality editing.

4.3/5

“Perfect for Personal Videos”

Simple and fun for personal projects.

Pros : The interface is beautiful and fun to use. It's perfect for making cute slideshows with simple animations and transitions. It's easy to use without needing a guide.

Cons : It's pretty basic, so you won't find advanced features. Best for personal projects, but not much for professional use.

Switched from : OBS Studio

Reason to switch : I wanted something simpler for quick personal projects.

4.2/5

“Great for Video Editing”

Perfect for Mac users with great tools.

Pros : As an animation student, iMovie has been my go-to. It has excellent video editing tools, and it's free for Apple users. The transitions and themes are my favorites.

Cons : It's only good for Mac users, so if you're on Windows, it's not recommended. Limited integration with other OS.

Switched from : Vegas Pro

Reason to switch : I wanted a free and simple option for my Mac.

4.2/5

“Easy and Powerful”

User-friendly but needs more updates.

Pros : The ease of use is the best part of iMovie. As the default app for Mac, it works smoothly and the features are easy to use.

Cons : It lacks updates with new skins and special effects.

Switched from : DaVinci Resolve

Reason to switch : I wanted something integrated with my Mac.

4/5

“Simple Video Editing”

Easy and perfect for simple edits.

Pros : iMovie is easy to use and straightforward. It's perfect for editing YouTube vlogs and podcasts.

Cons : It's not great for complex editing with advanced options for titles and subtitles.

Switched from : DaVinci Resolve

Reason to switch : I needed something more straightforward and easy to learn.

3.8/5

“Only Use iMovie”

Fun and easy but limited in some aspects.

Pros : iMovie is very user-friendly and makes video editing simple. Trailers and marketing videos are fun to make.

Cons : Can't change the video view if filmed vertically on my phone. It would be nice to crop footage easier.

Switched from : Final Cut Pro

Reason to switch : I wanted a simpler and more fun editing tool.

3.8/5

“Apple’s Video Editing Style”

Good for basic to intermediate editing on Apple devices.

Pros : iMovie offers a great overall experience with basic and intermediate features. It integrates well with Apple hardware and macOS.

Cons : It lacks professional features. For advanced editing, Final Cut Pro is better.

Switched from : Final Cut Pro

Reason to switch : I needed something simpler and less expensive for basic editing.

3.7/5

“Used it for Years”

Good for beginners but recent updates are disappointing.

Pros : Great for beginners. With practice, even basic users can make quality videos. Works well with iPads and iPhones.

Cons : Recent updates feel limiting. The old interface was better for customization.

Switched from : Adobe Flash

Reason to switch : I wanted an easier option for casual editing.

3.6/5

“iMovie Made YouTube Videos an easy task”

Easy for beginners but takes up space.

Pros : iMovie helps you create a movie step by step. It's user-friendly for beginners.

Cons : It takes up a lot of space on my phone. I wish there was a cloud option.

Switched from : Windows Movie Maker

Reason to switch : I needed a more modern and user-friendly option for YouTube videos.

3.5/5

“My Favorite Video Editor”

Easy to learn but lacks some features.

Pros : iMovie is super simple to use. I picked it up quickly.

Cons : It's not keeping up with other products. Sometimes I have to use VEED.io for more features.

Switched from : Premiere Elements

Reason to switch : I needed more editing options but still wanted something simple.