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Magisto

Create polished videos effortlessly, access stock footage, and customize them with text, music, and effects.

  • Free plan available
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What is Magisto?

Magisto is a video creation tool that uses automation to turn photos and video clips into polished videos with minimal effort. It handles the technical work like editing, transitions, and pacing, so you can focus on choosing your content and customising the final result. The tool includes access to stock footage, music library, and editing controls for text, effects, and visual adjustments. It's designed for people who need professional-looking videos but lack video editing experience or time. The freemium model lets you create and export videos at no cost, though paid tiers remove limitations on video length and quality.

Key features

Automated video editing

AI-assisted editing that selects shots, applies transitions, and sets pacing automatically

Stock media library

Access to stock footage, images, and music tracks

Text and captions

Add titles, subtitles, and text overlays with customisable fonts and timing

Music and sound effects

Built-in library of royalty-free music and sound effects

Visual effects and filters

Apply effects, colour adjustments, and filters to enhance footage

Export options

Export videos in various formats and resolutions depending on your tier

Pros & cons

Advantages

  • Quick to use; automation handles much of the editing work, saving time for beginners
  • No technical skills required; the interface guides you through creating a video step by step
  • Stock content included; access to music and footage reduces the need to source assets separately
  • Free tier available; you can create and export videos without paying

Limitations

  • Limited control over automation; if you want precise editing decisions, you're constrained by what the AI chooses
  • Free tier has restrictions; video length limits and export quality improve only with paid plans
  • Best suited to simple videos; complex multi-layer projects or professional-grade editing may require desktop software

Use cases

Social media content: Create short videos for Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook quickly

Event recap videos: Turn photos and clips from an event into a polished summary video

Marketing and promotion: Generate product videos or promotional content for small businesses

Personal projects: Make birthday tributes, travel montages, or family videos without editing expertise

Business communications: Create internal updates or training videos with minimal production time

Ready to try Magisto?

Pricing

Free

Free

Create and export videos with limited length (typically up to 1 minute) and standard resolution

Premium

Pricing varies by region; typically £4-10/month or annual options available

Unlimited video length, higher export quality (up to 4K), priority support, and ad-free experience

Get started with Magisto

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  • Free plan available
  • No credit card