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At a Glance
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Star Rating
(367)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Final Cut Pro X
Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements
Star Rating
(51)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Premiere Elements
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Final Cut Pro X excels in "Clip Editing," achieving a remarkable score of 9.8, which reviewers mention makes it incredibly efficient for precise edits and quick turnaround times.
  • Reviewers mention that Premiere Elements offers solid "Audio Mixing" capabilities with a score of 8.5, but users on G2 feel that Final Cut Pro X's audio features are more advanced, particularly in terms of flexibility and control.
  • G2 users highlight that both products have similar "Ease of Setup" scores of 8.7, but users say that Final Cut Pro X provides a more intuitive interface that allows for a smoother onboarding experience.
  • Users on G2 report that "Overlays and Watermarks" in Final Cut Pro X score an impressive 9.2, with reviewers mentioning that the customization options are extensive, making it a favorite for branding and promotional content.
  • Reviewers mention that while both products have comparable "Quality of Support" ratings, users say that Final Cut Pro X's support is more responsive and knowledgeable, particularly for advanced editing queries.
  • Users report that Premiere Elements shines in "Text Animation" with a score of 8.0, but reviewers mention that Final Cut Pro X's capabilities in this area are more robust, allowing for greater creativity and professional-looking results.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Final Cut Pro X
No pricing available
Premiere Elements
No pricing available
Free Trial
Final Cut Pro X
No trial information available
Premiere Elements
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
319
8.2
38
Ease of Use
8.4
319
8.3
38
Ease of Setup
8.7
49
8.7
13
Ease of Admin
8.6
46
8.2
10
Quality of Support
8.2
249
8.3
27
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
40
8.0
11
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
317
7.9
38
Features by Category
8.5
205
Not enough data
Editing
8.5
23
Not enough data
6.8
16
Not enough data
8.0
23
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
9.2
20
Not enough data
9.8
23
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
Platform
9.1
22
Not enough data
9.2
22
Not enough data
7.1
16
Not enough data
Generative AI
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements
Final Cut Pro X and Premiere Elements are categorized as Video Editing
Unique Categories
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X has no unique categories
Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
72.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
16.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
11.4%
Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
66.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
25.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Media Production
13.9%
Entertainment
10.5%
Marketing and Advertising
9.1%
Religious Institutions
5.8%
Motion Pictures and Film
3.9%
Other
56.8%
Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements
Marketing and Advertising
10.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.3%
Retail
6.3%
Photography
6.3%
Higher Education
6.3%
Other
62.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Kevin T.
KT
Kevin T.
Verified User in Entertainment

I have used FCX for several different jobs. I most enjoyed how quickly the UI allows you to edit broadcast style videos. Many strayed away from Final Cut with the release of X, but it is much more powerful than meets the eye. I find it most useful for...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Travis G.
TG
Travis G.
Verified User in Media Production

Everything I like best, has shortcomings. Inserting a clip into a new spot without having to create a hole for it was never a problem I really had. The implications around this feature make it more difficult to use in other situations. The way the clips are...

Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education
GP
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education

A good amount of features for a reasonable price.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Writing and Editing

How basic it is. I want a lot more. There are things that are very difficult, like cutting a fraction of a second off a clip, it's hard to be precise. Also, it doesn't always support high resolution videos. Sometimes it will freeze up. And it takes a really...

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Discussions
Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X Discussions
What is the best way to color correct?
4 comments
Arman S.
AS
Youtube got me through all my FCPX trouble shooting. This video briefly explains using the color board. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CC2L-Ec8GTM Read more
What is Final Cut Pro X used for?
2 comments
Tom W.
TW
Final Cut Pro X (aka FCP) is used for professional-quality video editing.Read more
Plugin's
1 comment
Michael B.
MB
You have a few questions. First, there's not an "apple store" for FCPX plugins. Different companies will usually offer plugins for multiple programs on their...Read more
Premiere Elements
Premiere Elements Discussions
How do ı get it?
1 comment
Onur E.
OE
It seems like the text is incomplete or lacks context. Could you provide more information or clarify the text?Read more
What is the difference between Adobe Premiere and Elements?
1 comment
ST
Elements is a version of Adobe Premiere, similar to MS Office Standard vs Pro. Adobe Premiere Pro (aka CC, or Creative Cloud) is the subscription-based...Read more
What are Photoshop Elements features?
1 comment
Francisco L.
FL
Adobe Photoshop Elements is an image editing software designed for users who want to edit photos and create graphic designs easily and quickly. Some of the...Read more