Side-by-side comparison
Canva vs CapCut
Plans, free tiers and API access for Canva and CapCut, from each vendor's own pages. Last checked Oct 5, 2026.
The short answer
- Canva has the lower entry price at $15/mo, against $19.99/mo for CapCut.
- Both Canva and CapCut have an ongoing free plan.
- Canva lists API access; we could not confirm it for CapCut.
Pricing and features
- Canva Pro$15/mo
- Canva Business$30/mo
- CapCut Pro$19.99/mo
How to choose
Canva is built for branded graphics, presentations and short visuals, while CapCut is aimed at editing short-form video. Canva Free includes templates and design tools with 5 GB of storage. Canva Pro is 15 per month, or 10 per month billed annually, and Canva Business is per seat at 30 per month, or 25 billed annually. CapCut Standard is free for core editing with limited AI credits, and CapCut Pro is 19.99 per month, or 14.99 per month billed annually. Canva has a Connect API for developers under separate integration agreements, whereas CapCut's API status is not confirmed. Free-tier terms for both products were not fully confirmed, so check their current limits before relying on them.
- Canva: You need branded graphics and presentations for a team, with per-seat Business plans and a Connect API for integrations.
- CapCut: You mainly edit short-form video and want a free editor with limited AI credits before considering Pro at 19.99 per month.
- Either: You produce social content and want to start on a free plan, then upgrade only if you hit its limits.
Common questions
Which is cheaper, Canva or CapCut?
Canva has the lower starting price ($15/mo versus $19.99/mo). Compare plans before choosing, since limits differ.
Is Canva free?
Free plan. Canva Free: free templates and design tools with 5 GB of storage
Is CapCut free?
Free plan. CapCut Standard is free for core editing with limited AI credits