OpenChatCut
An open-source AI agent video editor with a real, editable timeline.
Product memo
OpenChatCut serves as an open-source, local-first AI video editor that differentiates from pure AI generators by offering a real, editable multitrack timeline. It allows users to describe edits conversationally, with AI agents performing actions directly on the timeline, which remain visible, reversible, and adjustable. This approach targets creators, teams, and developers who value local data control and editable workflows, supporting multiple AI models like Codex and Claude.
- For who
- Creators, teams, and developers using AI agents
- Solves what
- AI-powered video editing on an editable, local-first timeline
- Conversational editing interface
- Real multitrack timeline
- Local-first project storage
In their own words
Let an AI agent edit your video.
Stop hunting through menus. Tell OpenChatCut what you want and it will organize footage, add captions, lay in music, and build transitions. Every step stays visible and reversible.
About OpenChatCut Expand
OpenChatCut is a free and open-source AI video editor designed for creators, teams, and developers. It distinguishes itself by offering a local-first, agent-native editing experience where AI agents directly manipulate a real multitrack timeline.
Users describe their desired edits—such as pacing, captions, music, and transitions—and the AI implements them, with every step remaining visible, editable, and reversible. This model-agnostic approach supports various AI providers like Codex and Claude, ensuring projects and media stay on the user's machine by default.
The AGPL license encourages community contribution and auditable code, making it an alternative to closed-source, black-box AI video generators.
Competitive context
5 peers · Same primary niche.
Commercial cues
- Model
- free only
- Free tier
- Yes
- Trial
- No
Pricing strategy
OpenChatCut offers a free tier; paid plan details are not publicly priced.
- • Free, open-source model removes all pricing friction
- • No paid plans or credit packs offered
- • Focus on community and source code contribution