Now many users want to learn how to make interesting professional-level videos. However, nobody wants to study bulky editors (like Adobe Premier or Sony Vegas) for a long time. It is understandable. Learning will take a lot of time. But you always want "all at once." For a long time, the niche of high-quality, powerful and simple video editors was empty. And then an editor from Movavi appeared. Reviews about it are so incredible that it is worth considering in more detail. And even if half of what users describe is true, then no professional software will be needed. However, first we’ll talk about what kind of program it is.
What is Movavi Video Editor
Movavi Video Editor, the reviews of which we will discuss a little later, is a video editor that allows you to edit clips, add effects, transitions, animations and other interesting things. The main feature of the program is ease of use. The interface is not overloaded with unnecessary attributes. However, the logic of the controls and menu options is exactly the same as in professional editors. This will facilitate the transition of the user to more advanced products. It should be noted that this video editor is by no means free. A license costs about 1,500 rubles. But there is a free trial period for 7 days. True, the entire video will be watermarked, and the sound will only be saved in half. Not quite the right strategy for developers. It would be much better to provide the same 7 days of use without various restrictions. Then the program would not repel new users, but would attract them. However, consider the main features of the program.
Interface and Design
The program interface is made in a minimalist style with a good bias in the design of Windows 10. We can say that the program will look like native in this OS. All menu items are located extremely well. There are no problems with navigation. It is worth noting that the interface worked well. Nothing is buggy and does not slow down. There is a convenient timeline for editing, windows for importing video and audio. Navigating through effects, transitions, and animations is pretty smart. You can immediately see where that is located. Nevertheless, the interface cannot be called ideal, although it resembles the shell of professional products. This is the look of Movavi Video Editor. User reviews about the interface, we will consider right now.
User reviews about the interface
This is not to say that everyone, without exception, liked the new video editor interface. To some, he "didn’t go." Nevertheless, most of those who praise the appearance of Movavi. Positive reviews talk about comfort when working with the editor. Users note that working with the new interface is not difficult. You just need to get used to it a little. It should only be noted that for the normal operation of the interface you will need a rather powerful computer. Apparently those who complain about the shell buggy did not take this into account. Hotel users have noticed that the new interface is very slow. However, other users are fine. This means a problem with the user's computer. In general, the Movavi Video Suite product, reviews of which we are now analyzing, has a pretty good interface.
Option to automatically create a movie
In this version of the program, the developers decided to please users with the option to automatically create clips. It works like this: first select the video and drag it into the software explorer. Then select the music. After that, click on the "Create" button. The program will automatically adjust the video, apply random effects and transitions and synchronizes the picture with sound. Then you can see this masterpiece. The function, of course, is entertaining. But in automatic mode, the program can make a big mistake. And then what? Redo everything? In general, this option is quite controversial. Few users are ready to completely entrust the installation of the clip to the computer. He is unlikely to take into account all the wishes. Nevertheless, some have already tried this feature. And what are your impressions?
User reviews on the automatic movie creation function
So what do users think of the new Movavi chip? Reviews about her are extremely negative. Users say that the program is not able to properly evaluate the content of the video and determine where which effect is best suited. The program simply thoughtlessly stamps effects with transitions on top of the video. The result is something incredible. It is impossible to look through the eyes - they will flow out. Almost all users agree: this option is completely useless. She cannot realize editing and video processing exactly as a person needs. In general, many believe that Movavi spent time and money aimlessly on developing and adding this option. It would be better to concentrate on optimization or on something really useful. This option is just a toy. Take a look once. She is not capable of more.
A set of effects and transitions
The program has a certain number of effects from the creators of Movavi Video. User reviews in this regard are positive. But we will consider them later. First, talk about the available effects. Among them there are both standard (retro, black and white image, TV effect), and quite exotic things (inversion, pixelation, and so on). But most of all, users like chromakey. This effect allows you to add any background to the video. But only if this same video was recorded in compliance with certain conditions (high-quality lighting and a green uniform background backdrop). As for transitions, there are quite simple effects of scaling, flight, and other standard transitions. There are also real masterpieces with elements of 3D-graphics (as in Pinnacle). Such a rich set is typical for professional video editors. And the presence of these effects in such a program is commendable.
User feedback on effects and transitions
And now the user’s opinion about the effects in Movavi Video Editor. Feedback from those using this program has positive comments about effects and transitions. Many users claim that a set of effects is enough to create even quite complex clips. It is also noted that the effects are made qualitatively. And users are pleased with the opportunity to somehow customize the selected effect (although not completely). Conversions also earned praise from users. With their help, you can animate the video. What users are actively using. Nevertheless, many say that it would be nice for the program to have its own effects editor (in the manner of Hollywood FX in Pinnacle). Then users could create their own unique effects and transitions. Perhaps in future versions such an option will appear. In the meantime, you have to be content with what is.
Animation
This video editor has a unique option - adding animated objects to the video. The set of animations is quite extensive. There are pictures for all occasions. There are also special settings to help make the animation more realistic. With their help, you can even make the picture move behind the object in the video. Great solution for video bloggers. You can create high-quality and interesting video in a couple of clicks. Who doesn’t like this? Users are actively using the new option. It is worth noting that such a thing is only in professional editors. But there, to create high-quality animation, you have to seriously sweat. And here everything is ready.
Animation user reviews
How did users react to the new chip from Movavi? Reviews are extremely positive. According to many users, animation is a huge plus for this video editor. Users note that using animated objects, you can create a real masterpiece with minimal time. Work with animations here is not an example easier than in Pinnacle and similar editors. In general, users are satisfied with this option.
Optimization
How does the Movavi video editor work? User reviews provide an answer to this question, but we will consider them a little later. In the meantime, we’ll talk about how well the video editor works. Not to say that he had everything normal in this regard. Judge for yourself. To render a small clip (45 minutes), the program takes as long as 5 hours. What kind of optimization can we talk about? Even on relatively powerful computers, the program shows about the same results. In general, before selling such a product to developers, it would be nice to optimize its work. Then one could pay money for it.
User feedback on optimization
So, what about the optimization of Movavi? Feedback on the program makes it clear that this is all sad. Users note that the program works very badly: it constantly crashes, processes video for a long time, and so on. Many complain that after hours of rendering, you may get a file with a black square instead of an image. Or an audio file with noise instead of sound. Something strange is happening with the program. Also, many note the extremely unstable work in Windows 10. Many people write about problems on Movavi.ru. User reviews, however, do not affect the developers of the application. And that makes users even more angry.
Conclusion
So, we examined a simple video editor from Movavi. User reviews about this program are rather mixed. But you can understand from them that the product is quite crude and needs to be improved. It has good options, an impressive set of effects and transitions, advanced features for adding animated objects to the video and a convenient interface. But at the same time, the software product is disgustingly optimized and cannot be fully used until the purchase of a license. Why buy it if the program works every other time? Movavi should still work on this software product before asking for money.