Videopad vs. MovieMaker - a comparison

The "Videopad Video Editor" is an alternative to the well-known "Windows Movie Maker". We'll explain the benefits the programs bring.

Interface: The "Windows Movie Maker" is available in German. So you do not have to deal with the English video terms. The Windows Movie Maker interface is also particularly easy to get started with.
Editing: In Windows Movie Maker you can only work with one track at a time. This means that the possibilities are very limited. You can change background music, but multiple videos are difficult to accommodate. Apertures, for example, are not possible.
Effects: The Windows Movie Maker is equipped with some visual effects and animations. You don't have to expect large conversions - most effects only give the video a color cast or increase the contrast. However, you can change the speed and zoom in the Movie Maker.
Export: Output as a file or direct upload to some online platforms is supported. You cannot make changes to the codec or file format. You can only export videos as MP4 via a detour.

In comparison: The Videopad Video Editor

The "Videopad Video Editor" is aimed more at experienced users. It offers you many functions that are otherwise not available free of charge.

Interface: The Videpad Editor is only available in an English version. The many editing options are nice, but they quickly overwhelm beginners in particular. After the induction, however, you should be able to achieve much more demanding results.
Editing: The biggest advantage of the video pad is the ability to edit multiple tracks. This feature allows you to create picture-in-picture videos or insert multiple sound tracks for additional music. Hardly any other freeware program offers this feature.
Effects: The Videopad Editor comes with many preset effects. You can apply this to your videos and design it as you wish with little effort. You can apply classic color filters as well as computational motion animations to your project with just a few clicks.
Export: You have many options to share your videos. After editing, you can have your video output on YouTube, Facebook or Flickr. The program also has some profiles for devices such as iPod or iPad, which can be used to convert videos precisely. The output options of a file can also be adjusted manually.

Which of the two programs you should choose depends on the scope of the project and the time:

As a beginner, you should first stick to Windows Movie Maker. You can make the basic cuts and adjustments here. You will also quickly find your way around the surface.
If you reach your limits when editing with the Movie Maker, you should switch to the Videopad Editor. The possibilities of the program are diverse and enable professional projects. However, the interface is full of options that you probably won't need.
Even as a professional user, you can use the Videopad Editor. The software offers many functions that you would otherwise only find in the expensive alternatives "Final Cut Pro" or "Adobe Premiere". As an introduction to professional video editing, the program can definitely convince.

In another practical tip we explain how you can arrange videos side by side in the video pad editor.