DaVinci Resolve Free vs Premiere Pro 2026: The Complete Decision Guide

DaVinci Resolve's free version is genuinely professional-grade in 2026 — it includes the same color grading tools used on Hollywood features, Fairlight audio, Fusion visual effects, and multi-track editing that Premiere Pro charges $659/year to match. Premiere Pro wins on Adobe ecosystem integration (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), real-time collaboration via Adobe Productions, and the industry-standard workflow for agency and studio teams. Solo creators and freelancers should try Resolve's free tier before paying for Premiere — most will never need to upgrade.