Artlist vs DaVinci Resolve (2026): Pricing, Features & Which to Choose

Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

Lower starting price
Artlist
From $11.99/mo against from $295/mo
Free plan
DaVinci Resolve
Only DaVinci Resolve has one
Higher rating
DaVinci Resolve
4.2 against 4.5
Same job?
Yes
Both are Video tools

Side by side

Compared on	Artlist	DaVinci Resolve
Our rating	4.2	4.5Better
Starts at	$11.99/moBetter	$295/mo
Free plan	No	YesBetter
Category	Video	Video
Plans	AI Starter$19.99/mo, or $11.99/mo billed yearly AI Core$39.99/mo, or $23.99/mo billed yearly AI Creator$69.99/mo, or $41.67/mo billed yearly Custom BusinessCustom pricing	From $295/mo
Key features	AI video, image, and voiceover generation under a shared credit system Royalty-free music and sound effects library built from the company's original catalog Stock footage library including footage up to 8K resolution 50+ video editing plugins for post-production workflows Video templates for faster asset assembly	Combined editing, color grading, VFX (Fusion), and audio post (Fairlight) in one application Magic Mask AI-powered object isolation and tracking Speech-to-text transcription and text-based editing AI-driven voice isolation and audio cleanup tools Blackmagic Cloud for real-time multi-user remote collaboration
Pros	Combines licensed asset libraries with generation tools in one subscription instead of two separate services Established company (founded 2016) with a large creator base and enterprise clients like Nike and Netflix Credit-based AI Suite gives flexibility to shift usage between video, image, and voice generation	Free version is a real professional tool, not a crippled trial, used on real productions One-time $295 Studio license with free future updates beats subscription-based rivals on long-term cost Combines editing, color, VFX, and audio in one app instead of separate purchases
Cons	No free trial for any plan as of 2026, unlike several AI generation competitors Full AI Studio access requires the higher-priced Professional tier at $89.99 per month Credit limits on lower tiers can run out during heavier generation workloads	Steeper learning curve than consumer editors given the breadth of professional tools packed in Free version caps out at UHD resolution and lacks some codecs and hardware acceleration Fusion and Fairlight pages demand more system resources than lighter editing tools
Company	Artlist Ltd., founded 2016	Blackmagic Design, founded 2001

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260808. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is Artlist better than DaVinci Resolve?

In our reviews Artlist scores 4.2 and DaVinci Resolve scores 4.5. The better pick depends on the job. Artlist: Creative platform combining royalty-free music, footage, and an AI Suite for generating video, image, and voiceover content. DaVinci Resolve: A professional editing, color grading, visual effects, and audio suite with AI-assisted tools built by Blackmagic Design.

Which is cheaper, Artlist or DaVinci Resolve?

Artlist has the lower starting price: from $11.99/mo for Artlist and from $295/mo for DaVinci Resolve.

Do Artlist and DaVinci Resolve have free plans?

Only DaVinci Resolve has a free plan.

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