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Top 10 Most Viewed Videos on YouTube of All Time
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Making an incredibly successful YouTube video is the holy grail for any digital marketer. Gaining a place in the most-watched YouTube videos list is a great ambition to have, but you’ll be up against some stiff competition. Below, let’ take a look at the most viewed YouTube music video worldwide in 2021 and see what the secret to their success is.
Interested in the richest YouTubers? Check our pick of Top 10 Richest YouTubers in 2021
What is the Most Viewed YouTube Video?
Over the past couple of years, Despacito music video is undoubtedly been the most viewed video on YouTube. However, the list had changed after 2020 due to the rise of a catchy kid song - Baby Shark Dance. This child song video has reached more than 9 billion views worldwide (still growing) and led to an online dancing fever - Body Shark Challenge.
Top 10 Most Watched YouTube Videos in 2021
You may have expected this, but the majority of the most popular YouTube videos are actually music videos. Most, but not all. Here’s our list based on the latest statistics about the most viewed youtube video ever available right now. If you want to know more about the channels or the YouTubers, you can use InflueNex to get the details of them.
Here is a full list of the most viewed videos on YouTube except for Body Shark Dance.
- Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
- See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
- Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
- Gangnam Style - Psy
- Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
- Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
- Sorry - Justin Bieber
- Sugar - Maroon 5
- Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
- Roar - Katy Perry
1. Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
Views:5.4B
Despacito, the Spanish word for ‘slowly’, has broken all records in terms of the most viewed YouTube videos, reaching the milestone of two billion views faster than any other video, ever. It went on to reach 2.5 billion views faster than any other and now boasts more than five billion views, making it the most-watched YouTube video of all time.
As a song that’s almost completely sung in Spanish, the immense popularity of this video surprised everyone. Although hugely popular in Hispanic countries, Despacito was also top of the charts in 45 different countries, from Uruguay to Japan to Italy, so what made it so popular? Experts have speculated that its mix of Caribbean, Latin, pop, and rap gave it a broad appeal. Its earwormish nature, danceable beat, and perfectly summery vibe have propelled this fairly mediocre video to the heights of YouTube stardom that the rest of us can only dream about.
2. See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
Views:3.7B
See You Again is a pretty cool song but is it really cool enough to be number two of the most-watched YouTube videos? Sure, the tune is catchy, and the video production is probably better than that of Despacito, but its rapid rise to YouTube stardom was still rather unexpected. Over 800 days after release, the video had clocked up almost three billion views, unseating the reigning champion of YouTube views, Psy and his K-Pop masterpiece, Gangnam Style, and today it’s sitting comfortably in the number two spot with 3.6 billion watches.
So, why did this tune go so viral? Was it the loyal Fast and the Furious fan base craving more time with the Furious 7 soundtrack, or was it the tributary nature of the video paying homage to the late Paul Walker that was bringing in the views? In truth, it was probably both and also neither. The main influencer here was simply that a lot more people were using YouTube. Between 2015 and 2016, YouTube experienced a 17 percent increase in music video viewers and a total 25 percent increase in video streams. See You Again was simply in the right place at the right time.
3. Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
Views:3.7B
If there’s one artist who has rocked the music scene more than any other in recent years, Mr. Sheeran is it. His double lead single from his latest album ÷ (divide) has been his most successful to date, racking up 3.5 billion views on YouTube to date with millions more added each day. It is Spotify’s most popular song ever with 1.5 billion streams and currently holds the record for the most number of weeks spent in the Billboard top 10. It’s was nominated for best single at the Brit Awards 2021 but was pipped at the post by Rag’n’Bone Man with Human.
But why does everyone love Shape of You so much? It’s a pretty simple song, with four basic chords and fairly boring romantic lyrics; what makes it so special? Some of its success is down to the physical construction of the music itself, with a pentatonic scale offering a tried and tested catchiness that’s impossible to resist. Even if you’re not a Sheeran fan, exposure has made this song familiar to you, being popular in clubs, pubs, restaurants and with buskers on street corners (not to mention certain Christmas adverts, right?). Add to all this the rise in general popularity of music videos, it’s clear to see how it’s become one of the most viewed YouTube videos of all time.
4. Gangnam Style - Psy
Views:3.2B
We’d be surprised if you could honestly say you’d never heard of Gangnam Style (and perhaps secretly tried a few horse dance moves), and Psy himself was undoubtedly pretty surprised too when he rocketed to internet fame in 2013. At its peak, this K-Pop legend was racking up 72 views per second and averaged 33 views a second for two whole years. Today, he’s fourth on the list with a total of 3.2 billion views (and yes, people are still watching).
Although it might seem Psy was inherently lucky when his song became such a huge hit, actually what he did was very clever. As well as combining a catchy tune with a ridiculously funny video, he intentionally left copyright off the video itself, almost inviting others to create their own parodies of the video, which they did in their droves. The dance he created was nothing short of genius, easily replicable by others all over the world. Despite being ‘K-Pop’, Psy’s own look is a world away from the polished pretty boy image of other artists in this genre, offering more of an anti-pop image from a guy who is clearly comfortable in his own skin. The result is the full package of measures, and deservedly places Gangnam Style in the top 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time.
5. Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
Views:3.2B
A rather unusual entry for our number five slot, Masha and the Bear, as you might have guessed, is not a music video at all. It’s not even an official video, and to top it off it’s in Russian! Masha and the Bear is incredibly popular in Russia and is based loosely on an old Russian folk story, and since all 68 episodes have been uploaded to YouTube, three have surpassed the one billion view mark.
This particular episode is the crowning glory, having racked up 3.1 billion views over the years. The reason for this particular episode’s incredibly popularity is not entirely clear, although it is thought that perhaps the way Masha herself is portrayed has helped its success. Dressed in a folk costume with no legs on show and a headscarf makes the video acceptable to Muslim audiences around the world, which may have helped to spread its popularity.
6. Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Views:3.2B
Also with 3.1 billion views, the inimitably catchy Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson has been his biggest hit to date. Boasting chart-topping success in the US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many other locations around the world, the single won two Grammys, record of the year, and spent 14 weeks at number one in the US. So, what was it that got people watching, singing, and dancing along with Ronson and Mars?
Part of the success is undoubtedly down to the amazing lyrics of the song. From repeating how hot he is to namechecking Michelle Pfeiffer and Saint Laurent, these are feel-good power lyrics at their very best. The simple four-chord structure and effortlessly funky beat help its appeal bridge the generations, and the video itself just screams fun, fun, fun! Don’t believe us, just watch (the YouTube video, of course)!
7. Sorry - Justin Bieber
Views:3 B
It’s no surprise that the young person’s sensation that is Justin Bieber had to make an appearance in our top 10 most-watched YouTube videos. He is, after all, the epitome of the YouTube generation, and has plenty of other well-watched videos in his archives. Selling 10 million copies in 2016 alone and topping the charts in 13 countries, Sorry has racked up, to date, 2.9 billion hits on YouTube, making it his most successful music video ever. So, what was the secret to this hit’s success?
Actually, we think that the reason for the success of this particular Bieber creation is due in part to the mismatch between the visuals and the audio. A languishing video requesting redemption from a lover would typically be shot in gritty black and white and feature the singer moping about feeling sorry for themselves. Instead, Bieber opted to recruit lively dancers from New Zealand’s ReQuest Dance Crew and furnish them with eye-popping outfits and lively dance moves to make up for the potentially depressing lyrics.
8. Sugar - Maroon 5
Views:2.7B
Maroon 5 had enjoyed a somewhat tumultuous career, achieving fame in the noughties, disappearing for a while, and then returning with outstanding hits such as ‘moves like Jagger’ and ‘One more night’. But this song, Sugar, has been their biggest video hit to date. Why? Well, the proof is in the pudding as they say.
This was a completely new concept video, shot in a variety of locations around Los Angeles and featuring Maroon 5 crashing numerous weddings. The reality is that the band did arrange things somewhat with the groom, although the bride and her guests had no idea. The resulting video is a joy to watch, as the assembled wedding parties express their shock, surprise, fear, and even anger as Levine and his crew pitch up and start singing.
Looking for the best wedding video songs? Check our top lists of the best songs for your wedding video .
9. Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Views:2.6B
After a long drought of almost a year, devoted fans of Taylor Swift were sick to death of hearing ‘I Knew you were Trouble’ on the radio five hundred times a day, so Shake it Off was almost guaranteed to be a big hit. Going straight into number one on the charts and staying in the Hot 100 for 50 consecutive weeks, its success on YouTube was even greater, boasting 2.5 billion views to date and making it the 9th most-watched video on YouTube. But how?
Swift is a master of generating internet attention. With over 100 million Instagram followers, Taylor set about whipping her ‘Little Monsters’ into a frenzy about the forthcoming release of her new single. As a result, Shake it Off was pretty much all the internet cared about for a full 24 hours. The lyrics tread a thin line between playful mockery of Swift and self-aware empowerment but are also super easy to memories and sing along with. Well played madam, well played.
10. Roar - Katy Perry
Views:2.6B
In 2013, Katy Perry took a short break out of kissing girls and liking it, as well as marrying (and divorcing) Russell Brand in order to release this banging new single. By the end of the year, Roar had sold almost 10 million copies and had topped the charts in 12 different countries. Its success on the radio was only surpassed by the success of the colorful music video on YouTube, where it has secured 2.5 billion views to date.
What’s not to love about this particular video, we ask? The lyrics are super empowering, you can run to it, dance to it, or just belt out your own roar alongside Katy. The visuals are awesome too, in particular the CGI animals and skimpy leopard print bikini, which undoubtedly helped its popularity. In a year that was tough personally for Perry, she hit back and produced this powerful song, showing once again that she is indeed a champion.
Conclusion
All the videos listed above have billions of views after it is on YouTube, however, Rome wasn’t built in a day. If you want to get more views on your YouTube videos, do not miss our guide about How to get more views on YouTube . The most viewed videos on YouTube are constantly changing, and as more and more people choose to consume their visual content in this way, we’ll undoubtedly see more records broken, more changes to this top 10, and more exciting content being produced. Were you surprised by our list? Who did you think should have made the top 10? Let us know!
How to empower your YouTube video? Whether you are targeted in YouTube music video, gameplay video, beauty & fashion, comedy, how-to video, education, or entertainment video, you always need good video editing software to edit the YouTube video. Check our pickups of the best video editing software for YouTube in the below video.
Want to know more statistics about YouTube Reds, check our Infographic about YouTube Facts, Figures here .
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Making an incredibly successful YouTube video is the holy grail for any digital marketer. Gaining a place in the most-watched YouTube videos list is a great ambition to have, but you’ll be up against some stiff competition. Below, let’ take a look at the most viewed YouTube music video worldwide in 2021 and see what the secret to their success is.
Interested in the richest YouTubers? Check our pick of Top 10 Richest YouTubers in 2021
What is the Most Viewed YouTube Video?
Over the past couple of years, Despacito music video is undoubtedly been the most viewed video on YouTube. However, the list had changed after 2020 due to the rise of a catchy kid song - Baby Shark Dance. This child song video has reached more than 9 billion views worldwide (still growing) and led to an online dancing fever - Body Shark Challenge.
Top 10 Most Watched YouTube Videos in 2021
You may have expected this, but the majority of the most popular YouTube videos are actually music videos. Most, but not all. Here’s our list based on the latest statistics about the most viewed youtube video ever available right now. If you want to know more about the channels or the YouTubers, you can use InflueNex to get the details of them.
Here is a full list of the most viewed videos on YouTube except for Body Shark Dance.
- Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
- See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
- Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
- Gangnam Style - Psy
- Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
- Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
- Sorry - Justin Bieber
- Sugar - Maroon 5
- Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
- Roar - Katy Perry
1. Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
Views:5.4B
Despacito, the Spanish word for ‘slowly’, has broken all records in terms of the most viewed YouTube videos, reaching the milestone of two billion views faster than any other video, ever. It went on to reach 2.5 billion views faster than any other and now boasts more than five billion views, making it the most-watched YouTube video of all time.
As a song that’s almost completely sung in Spanish, the immense popularity of this video surprised everyone. Although hugely popular in Hispanic countries, Despacito was also top of the charts in 45 different countries, from Uruguay to Japan to Italy, so what made it so popular? Experts have speculated that its mix of Caribbean, Latin, pop, and rap gave it a broad appeal. Its earwormish nature, danceable beat, and perfectly summery vibe have propelled this fairly mediocre video to the heights of YouTube stardom that the rest of us can only dream about.
2. See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
Views:3.7B
See You Again is a pretty cool song but is it really cool enough to be number two of the most-watched YouTube videos? Sure, the tune is catchy, and the video production is probably better than that of Despacito, but its rapid rise to YouTube stardom was still rather unexpected. Over 800 days after release, the video had clocked up almost three billion views, unseating the reigning champion of YouTube views, Psy and his K-Pop masterpiece, Gangnam Style, and today it’s sitting comfortably in the number two spot with 3.6 billion watches.
So, why did this tune go so viral? Was it the loyal Fast and the Furious fan base craving more time with the Furious 7 soundtrack, or was it the tributary nature of the video paying homage to the late Paul Walker that was bringing in the views? In truth, it was probably both and also neither. The main influencer here was simply that a lot more people were using YouTube. Between 2015 and 2016, YouTube experienced a 17 percent increase in music video viewers and a total 25 percent increase in video streams. See You Again was simply in the right place at the right time.
3. Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
Views:3.7B
If there’s one artist who has rocked the music scene more than any other in recent years, Mr. Sheeran is it. His double lead single from his latest album ÷ (divide) has been his most successful to date, racking up 3.5 billion views on YouTube to date with millions more added each day. It is Spotify’s most popular song ever with 1.5 billion streams and currently holds the record for the most number of weeks spent in the Billboard top 10. It’s was nominated for best single at the Brit Awards 2021 but was pipped at the post by Rag’n’Bone Man with Human.
But why does everyone love Shape of You so much? It’s a pretty simple song, with four basic chords and fairly boring romantic lyrics; what makes it so special? Some of its success is down to the physical construction of the music itself, with a pentatonic scale offering a tried and tested catchiness that’s impossible to resist. Even if you’re not a Sheeran fan, exposure has made this song familiar to you, being popular in clubs, pubs, restaurants and with buskers on street corners (not to mention certain Christmas adverts, right?). Add to all this the rise in general popularity of music videos, it’s clear to see how it’s become one of the most viewed YouTube videos of all time.
4. Gangnam Style - Psy
Views:3.2B
We’d be surprised if you could honestly say you’d never heard of Gangnam Style (and perhaps secretly tried a few horse dance moves), and Psy himself was undoubtedly pretty surprised too when he rocketed to internet fame in 2013. At its peak, this K-Pop legend was racking up 72 views per second and averaged 33 views a second for two whole years. Today, he’s fourth on the list with a total of 3.2 billion views (and yes, people are still watching).
Although it might seem Psy was inherently lucky when his song became such a huge hit, actually what he did was very clever. As well as combining a catchy tune with a ridiculously funny video, he intentionally left copyright off the video itself, almost inviting others to create their own parodies of the video, which they did in their droves. The dance he created was nothing short of genius, easily replicable by others all over the world. Despite being ‘K-Pop’, Psy’s own look is a world away from the polished pretty boy image of other artists in this genre, offering more of an anti-pop image from a guy who is clearly comfortable in his own skin. The result is the full package of measures, and deservedly places Gangnam Style in the top 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time.
5. Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
Views:3.2B
A rather unusual entry for our number five slot, Masha and the Bear, as you might have guessed, is not a music video at all. It’s not even an official video, and to top it off it’s in Russian! Masha and the Bear is incredibly popular in Russia and is based loosely on an old Russian folk story, and since all 68 episodes have been uploaded to YouTube, three have surpassed the one billion view mark.
This particular episode is the crowning glory, having racked up 3.1 billion views over the years. The reason for this particular episode’s incredibly popularity is not entirely clear, although it is thought that perhaps the way Masha herself is portrayed has helped its success. Dressed in a folk costume with no legs on show and a headscarf makes the video acceptable to Muslim audiences around the world, which may have helped to spread its popularity.
6. Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Views:3.2B
Also with 3.1 billion views, the inimitably catchy Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson has been his biggest hit to date. Boasting chart-topping success in the US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many other locations around the world, the single won two Grammys, record of the year, and spent 14 weeks at number one in the US. So, what was it that got people watching, singing, and dancing along with Ronson and Mars?
Part of the success is undoubtedly down to the amazing lyrics of the song. From repeating how hot he is to namechecking Michelle Pfeiffer and Saint Laurent, these are feel-good power lyrics at their very best. The simple four-chord structure and effortlessly funky beat help its appeal bridge the generations, and the video itself just screams fun, fun, fun! Don’t believe us, just watch (the YouTube video, of course)!
7. Sorry - Justin Bieber
Views:3 B
It’s no surprise that the young person’s sensation that is Justin Bieber had to make an appearance in our top 10 most-watched YouTube videos. He is, after all, the epitome of the YouTube generation, and has plenty of other well-watched videos in his archives. Selling 10 million copies in 2016 alone and topping the charts in 13 countries, Sorry has racked up, to date, 2.9 billion hits on YouTube, making it his most successful music video ever. So, what was the secret to this hit’s success?
Actually, we think that the reason for the success of this particular Bieber creation is due in part to the mismatch between the visuals and the audio. A languishing video requesting redemption from a lover would typically be shot in gritty black and white and feature the singer moping about feeling sorry for themselves. Instead, Bieber opted to recruit lively dancers from New Zealand’s ReQuest Dance Crew and furnish them with eye-popping outfits and lively dance moves to make up for the potentially depressing lyrics.
8. Sugar - Maroon 5
Views:2.7B
Maroon 5 had enjoyed a somewhat tumultuous career, achieving fame in the noughties, disappearing for a while, and then returning with outstanding hits such as ‘moves like Jagger’ and ‘One more night’. But this song, Sugar, has been their biggest video hit to date. Why? Well, the proof is in the pudding as they say.
This was a completely new concept video, shot in a variety of locations around Los Angeles and featuring Maroon 5 crashing numerous weddings. The reality is that the band did arrange things somewhat with the groom, although the bride and her guests had no idea. The resulting video is a joy to watch, as the assembled wedding parties express their shock, surprise, fear, and even anger as Levine and his crew pitch up and start singing.
Looking for the best wedding video songs? Check our top lists of the best songs for your wedding video .
9. Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Views:2.6B
After a long drought of almost a year, devoted fans of Taylor Swift were sick to death of hearing ‘I Knew you were Trouble’ on the radio five hundred times a day, so Shake it Off was almost guaranteed to be a big hit. Going straight into number one on the charts and staying in the Hot 100 for 50 consecutive weeks, its success on YouTube was even greater, boasting 2.5 billion views to date and making it the 9th most-watched video on YouTube. But how?
Swift is a master of generating internet attention. With over 100 million Instagram followers, Taylor set about whipping her ‘Little Monsters’ into a frenzy about the forthcoming release of her new single. As a result, Shake it Off was pretty much all the internet cared about for a full 24 hours. The lyrics tread a thin line between playful mockery of Swift and self-aware empowerment but are also super easy to memories and sing along with. Well played madam, well played.
10. Roar - Katy Perry
Views:2.6B
In 2013, Katy Perry took a short break out of kissing girls and liking it, as well as marrying (and divorcing) Russell Brand in order to release this banging new single. By the end of the year, Roar had sold almost 10 million copies and had topped the charts in 12 different countries. Its success on the radio was only surpassed by the success of the colorful music video on YouTube, where it has secured 2.5 billion views to date.
What’s not to love about this particular video, we ask? The lyrics are super empowering, you can run to it, dance to it, or just belt out your own roar alongside Katy. The visuals are awesome too, in particular the CGI animals and skimpy leopard print bikini, which undoubtedly helped its popularity. In a year that was tough personally for Perry, she hit back and produced this powerful song, showing once again that she is indeed a champion.
Conclusion
All the videos listed above have billions of views after it is on YouTube, however, Rome wasn’t built in a day. If you want to get more views on your YouTube videos, do not miss our guide about How to get more views on YouTube . The most viewed videos on YouTube are constantly changing, and as more and more people choose to consume their visual content in this way, we’ll undoubtedly see more records broken, more changes to this top 10, and more exciting content being produced. Were you surprised by our list? Who did you think should have made the top 10? Let us know!
How to empower your YouTube video? Whether you are targeted in YouTube music video, gameplay video, beauty & fashion, comedy, how-to video, education, or entertainment video, you always need good video editing software to edit the YouTube video. Check our pickups of the best video editing software for YouTube in the below video.
Want to know more statistics about YouTube Reds, check our Infographic about YouTube Facts, Figures here .
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Making an incredibly successful YouTube video is the holy grail for any digital marketer. Gaining a place in the most-watched YouTube videos list is a great ambition to have, but you’ll be up against some stiff competition. Below, let’ take a look at the most viewed YouTube music video worldwide in 2021 and see what the secret to their success is.
Interested in the richest YouTubers? Check our pick of Top 10 Richest YouTubers in 2021
What is the Most Viewed YouTube Video?
Over the past couple of years, Despacito music video is undoubtedly been the most viewed video on YouTube. However, the list had changed after 2020 due to the rise of a catchy kid song - Baby Shark Dance. This child song video has reached more than 9 billion views worldwide (still growing) and led to an online dancing fever - Body Shark Challenge.
Top 10 Most Watched YouTube Videos in 2021
You may have expected this, but the majority of the most popular YouTube videos are actually music videos. Most, but not all. Here’s our list based on the latest statistics about the most viewed youtube video ever available right now. If you want to know more about the channels or the YouTubers, you can use InflueNex to get the details of them.
Here is a full list of the most viewed videos on YouTube except for Body Shark Dance.
- Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
- See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
- Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
- Gangnam Style - Psy
- Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
- Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
- Sorry - Justin Bieber
- Sugar - Maroon 5
- Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
- Roar - Katy Perry
1. Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
Views:5.4B
Despacito, the Spanish word for ‘slowly’, has broken all records in terms of the most viewed YouTube videos, reaching the milestone of two billion views faster than any other video, ever. It went on to reach 2.5 billion views faster than any other and now boasts more than five billion views, making it the most-watched YouTube video of all time.
As a song that’s almost completely sung in Spanish, the immense popularity of this video surprised everyone. Although hugely popular in Hispanic countries, Despacito was also top of the charts in 45 different countries, from Uruguay to Japan to Italy, so what made it so popular? Experts have speculated that its mix of Caribbean, Latin, pop, and rap gave it a broad appeal. Its earwormish nature, danceable beat, and perfectly summery vibe have propelled this fairly mediocre video to the heights of YouTube stardom that the rest of us can only dream about.
2. See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
Views:3.7B
See You Again is a pretty cool song but is it really cool enough to be number two of the most-watched YouTube videos? Sure, the tune is catchy, and the video production is probably better than that of Despacito, but its rapid rise to YouTube stardom was still rather unexpected. Over 800 days after release, the video had clocked up almost three billion views, unseating the reigning champion of YouTube views, Psy and his K-Pop masterpiece, Gangnam Style, and today it’s sitting comfortably in the number two spot with 3.6 billion watches.
So, why did this tune go so viral? Was it the loyal Fast and the Furious fan base craving more time with the Furious 7 soundtrack, or was it the tributary nature of the video paying homage to the late Paul Walker that was bringing in the views? In truth, it was probably both and also neither. The main influencer here was simply that a lot more people were using YouTube. Between 2015 and 2016, YouTube experienced a 17 percent increase in music video viewers and a total 25 percent increase in video streams. See You Again was simply in the right place at the right time.
3. Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
Views:3.7B
If there’s one artist who has rocked the music scene more than any other in recent years, Mr. Sheeran is it. His double lead single from his latest album ÷ (divide) has been his most successful to date, racking up 3.5 billion views on YouTube to date with millions more added each day. It is Spotify’s most popular song ever with 1.5 billion streams and currently holds the record for the most number of weeks spent in the Billboard top 10. It’s was nominated for best single at the Brit Awards 2021 but was pipped at the post by Rag’n’Bone Man with Human.
But why does everyone love Shape of You so much? It’s a pretty simple song, with four basic chords and fairly boring romantic lyrics; what makes it so special? Some of its success is down to the physical construction of the music itself, with a pentatonic scale offering a tried and tested catchiness that’s impossible to resist. Even if you’re not a Sheeran fan, exposure has made this song familiar to you, being popular in clubs, pubs, restaurants and with buskers on street corners (not to mention certain Christmas adverts, right?). Add to all this the rise in general popularity of music videos, it’s clear to see how it’s become one of the most viewed YouTube videos of all time.
4. Gangnam Style - Psy
Views:3.2B
We’d be surprised if you could honestly say you’d never heard of Gangnam Style (and perhaps secretly tried a few horse dance moves), and Psy himself was undoubtedly pretty surprised too when he rocketed to internet fame in 2013. At its peak, this K-Pop legend was racking up 72 views per second and averaged 33 views a second for two whole years. Today, he’s fourth on the list with a total of 3.2 billion views (and yes, people are still watching).
Although it might seem Psy was inherently lucky when his song became such a huge hit, actually what he did was very clever. As well as combining a catchy tune with a ridiculously funny video, he intentionally left copyright off the video itself, almost inviting others to create their own parodies of the video, which they did in their droves. The dance he created was nothing short of genius, easily replicable by others all over the world. Despite being ‘K-Pop’, Psy’s own look is a world away from the polished pretty boy image of other artists in this genre, offering more of an anti-pop image from a guy who is clearly comfortable in his own skin. The result is the full package of measures, and deservedly places Gangnam Style in the top 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time.
5. Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
Views:3.2B
A rather unusual entry for our number five slot, Masha and the Bear, as you might have guessed, is not a music video at all. It’s not even an official video, and to top it off it’s in Russian! Masha and the Bear is incredibly popular in Russia and is based loosely on an old Russian folk story, and since all 68 episodes have been uploaded to YouTube, three have surpassed the one billion view mark.
This particular episode is the crowning glory, having racked up 3.1 billion views over the years. The reason for this particular episode’s incredibly popularity is not entirely clear, although it is thought that perhaps the way Masha herself is portrayed has helped its success. Dressed in a folk costume with no legs on show and a headscarf makes the video acceptable to Muslim audiences around the world, which may have helped to spread its popularity.
6. Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Views:3.2B
Also with 3.1 billion views, the inimitably catchy Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson has been his biggest hit to date. Boasting chart-topping success in the US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many other locations around the world, the single won two Grammys, record of the year, and spent 14 weeks at number one in the US. So, what was it that got people watching, singing, and dancing along with Ronson and Mars?
Part of the success is undoubtedly down to the amazing lyrics of the song. From repeating how hot he is to namechecking Michelle Pfeiffer and Saint Laurent, these are feel-good power lyrics at their very best. The simple four-chord structure and effortlessly funky beat help its appeal bridge the generations, and the video itself just screams fun, fun, fun! Don’t believe us, just watch (the YouTube video, of course)!
7. Sorry - Justin Bieber
Views:3 B
It’s no surprise that the young person’s sensation that is Justin Bieber had to make an appearance in our top 10 most-watched YouTube videos. He is, after all, the epitome of the YouTube generation, and has plenty of other well-watched videos in his archives. Selling 10 million copies in 2016 alone and topping the charts in 13 countries, Sorry has racked up, to date, 2.9 billion hits on YouTube, making it his most successful music video ever. So, what was the secret to this hit’s success?
Actually, we think that the reason for the success of this particular Bieber creation is due in part to the mismatch between the visuals and the audio. A languishing video requesting redemption from a lover would typically be shot in gritty black and white and feature the singer moping about feeling sorry for themselves. Instead, Bieber opted to recruit lively dancers from New Zealand’s ReQuest Dance Crew and furnish them with eye-popping outfits and lively dance moves to make up for the potentially depressing lyrics.
8. Sugar - Maroon 5
Views:2.7B
Maroon 5 had enjoyed a somewhat tumultuous career, achieving fame in the noughties, disappearing for a while, and then returning with outstanding hits such as ‘moves like Jagger’ and ‘One more night’. But this song, Sugar, has been their biggest video hit to date. Why? Well, the proof is in the pudding as they say.
This was a completely new concept video, shot in a variety of locations around Los Angeles and featuring Maroon 5 crashing numerous weddings. The reality is that the band did arrange things somewhat with the groom, although the bride and her guests had no idea. The resulting video is a joy to watch, as the assembled wedding parties express their shock, surprise, fear, and even anger as Levine and his crew pitch up and start singing.
Looking for the best wedding video songs? Check our top lists of the best songs for your wedding video .
9. Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Views:2.6B
After a long drought of almost a year, devoted fans of Taylor Swift were sick to death of hearing ‘I Knew you were Trouble’ on the radio five hundred times a day, so Shake it Off was almost guaranteed to be a big hit. Going straight into number one on the charts and staying in the Hot 100 for 50 consecutive weeks, its success on YouTube was even greater, boasting 2.5 billion views to date and making it the 9th most-watched video on YouTube. But how?
Swift is a master of generating internet attention. With over 100 million Instagram followers, Taylor set about whipping her ‘Little Monsters’ into a frenzy about the forthcoming release of her new single. As a result, Shake it Off was pretty much all the internet cared about for a full 24 hours. The lyrics tread a thin line between playful mockery of Swift and self-aware empowerment but are also super easy to memories and sing along with. Well played madam, well played.
10. Roar - Katy Perry
Views:2.6B
In 2013, Katy Perry took a short break out of kissing girls and liking it, as well as marrying (and divorcing) Russell Brand in order to release this banging new single. By the end of the year, Roar had sold almost 10 million copies and had topped the charts in 12 different countries. Its success on the radio was only surpassed by the success of the colorful music video on YouTube, where it has secured 2.5 billion views to date.
What’s not to love about this particular video, we ask? The lyrics are super empowering, you can run to it, dance to it, or just belt out your own roar alongside Katy. The visuals are awesome too, in particular the CGI animals and skimpy leopard print bikini, which undoubtedly helped its popularity. In a year that was tough personally for Perry, she hit back and produced this powerful song, showing once again that she is indeed a champion.
Conclusion
All the videos listed above have billions of views after it is on YouTube, however, Rome wasn’t built in a day. If you want to get more views on your YouTube videos, do not miss our guide about How to get more views on YouTube . The most viewed videos on YouTube are constantly changing, and as more and more people choose to consume their visual content in this way, we’ll undoubtedly see more records broken, more changes to this top 10, and more exciting content being produced. Were you surprised by our list? Who did you think should have made the top 10? Let us know!
How to empower your YouTube video? Whether you are targeted in YouTube music video, gameplay video, beauty & fashion, comedy, how-to video, education, or entertainment video, you always need good video editing software to edit the YouTube video. Check our pickups of the best video editing software for YouTube in the below video.
Want to know more statistics about YouTube Reds, check our Infographic about YouTube Facts, Figures here .
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Making an incredibly successful YouTube video is the holy grail for any digital marketer. Gaining a place in the most-watched YouTube videos list is a great ambition to have, but you’ll be up against some stiff competition. Below, let’ take a look at the most viewed YouTube music video worldwide in 2021 and see what the secret to their success is.
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What is the Most Viewed YouTube Video?
Over the past couple of years, Despacito music video is undoubtedly been the most viewed video on YouTube. However, the list had changed after 2020 due to the rise of a catchy kid song - Baby Shark Dance. This child song video has reached more than 9 billion views worldwide (still growing) and led to an online dancing fever - Body Shark Challenge.
Top 10 Most Watched YouTube Videos in 2021
You may have expected this, but the majority of the most popular YouTube videos are actually music videos. Most, but not all. Here’s our list based on the latest statistics about the most viewed youtube video ever available right now. If you want to know more about the channels or the YouTubers, you can use InflueNex to get the details of them.
Here is a full list of the most viewed videos on YouTube except for Body Shark Dance.
- Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
- See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
- Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
- Gangnam Style - Psy
- Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
- Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
- Sorry - Justin Bieber
- Sugar - Maroon 5
- Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
- Roar - Katy Perry
1. Despacito - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
Views:5.4B
Despacito, the Spanish word for ‘slowly’, has broken all records in terms of the most viewed YouTube videos, reaching the milestone of two billion views faster than any other video, ever. It went on to reach 2.5 billion views faster than any other and now boasts more than five billion views, making it the most-watched YouTube video of all time.
As a song that’s almost completely sung in Spanish, the immense popularity of this video surprised everyone. Although hugely popular in Hispanic countries, Despacito was also top of the charts in 45 different countries, from Uruguay to Japan to Italy, so what made it so popular? Experts have speculated that its mix of Caribbean, Latin, pop, and rap gave it a broad appeal. Its earwormish nature, danceable beat, and perfectly summery vibe have propelled this fairly mediocre video to the heights of YouTube stardom that the rest of us can only dream about.
2. See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
Views:3.7B
See You Again is a pretty cool song but is it really cool enough to be number two of the most-watched YouTube videos? Sure, the tune is catchy, and the video production is probably better than that of Despacito, but its rapid rise to YouTube stardom was still rather unexpected. Over 800 days after release, the video had clocked up almost three billion views, unseating the reigning champion of YouTube views, Psy and his K-Pop masterpiece, Gangnam Style, and today it’s sitting comfortably in the number two spot with 3.6 billion watches.
So, why did this tune go so viral? Was it the loyal Fast and the Furious fan base craving more time with the Furious 7 soundtrack, or was it the tributary nature of the video paying homage to the late Paul Walker that was bringing in the views? In truth, it was probably both and also neither. The main influencer here was simply that a lot more people were using YouTube. Between 2015 and 2016, YouTube experienced a 17 percent increase in music video viewers and a total 25 percent increase in video streams. See You Again was simply in the right place at the right time.
3. Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
Views:3.7B
If there’s one artist who has rocked the music scene more than any other in recent years, Mr. Sheeran is it. His double lead single from his latest album ÷ (divide) has been his most successful to date, racking up 3.5 billion views on YouTube to date with millions more added each day. It is Spotify’s most popular song ever with 1.5 billion streams and currently holds the record for the most number of weeks spent in the Billboard top 10. It’s was nominated for best single at the Brit Awards 2021 but was pipped at the post by Rag’n’Bone Man with Human.
But why does everyone love Shape of You so much? It’s a pretty simple song, with four basic chords and fairly boring romantic lyrics; what makes it so special? Some of its success is down to the physical construction of the music itself, with a pentatonic scale offering a tried and tested catchiness that’s impossible to resist. Even if you’re not a Sheeran fan, exposure has made this song familiar to you, being popular in clubs, pubs, restaurants and with buskers on street corners (not to mention certain Christmas adverts, right?). Add to all this the rise in general popularity of music videos, it’s clear to see how it’s become one of the most viewed YouTube videos of all time.
4. Gangnam Style - Psy
Views:3.2B
We’d be surprised if you could honestly say you’d never heard of Gangnam Style (and perhaps secretly tried a few horse dance moves), and Psy himself was undoubtedly pretty surprised too when he rocketed to internet fame in 2013. At its peak, this K-Pop legend was racking up 72 views per second and averaged 33 views a second for two whole years. Today, he’s fourth on the list with a total of 3.2 billion views (and yes, people are still watching).
Although it might seem Psy was inherently lucky when his song became such a huge hit, actually what he did was very clever. As well as combining a catchy tune with a ridiculously funny video, he intentionally left copyright off the video itself, almost inviting others to create their own parodies of the video, which they did in their droves. The dance he created was nothing short of genius, easily replicable by others all over the world. Despite being ‘K-Pop’, Psy’s own look is a world away from the polished pretty boy image of other artists in this genre, offering more of an anti-pop image from a guy who is clearly comfortable in his own skin. The result is the full package of measures, and deservedly places Gangnam Style in the top 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time.
5. Masha and the Bear: Recipe for Disaster - Get Movies
Views:3.2B
A rather unusual entry for our number five slot, Masha and the Bear, as you might have guessed, is not a music video at all. It’s not even an official video, and to top it off it’s in Russian! Masha and the Bear is incredibly popular in Russia and is based loosely on an old Russian folk story, and since all 68 episodes have been uploaded to YouTube, three have surpassed the one billion view mark.
This particular episode is the crowning glory, having racked up 3.1 billion views over the years. The reason for this particular episode’s incredibly popularity is not entirely clear, although it is thought that perhaps the way Masha herself is portrayed has helped its success. Dressed in a folk costume with no legs on show and a headscarf makes the video acceptable to Muslim audiences around the world, which may have helped to spread its popularity.
6. Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Views:3.2B
Also with 3.1 billion views, the inimitably catchy Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson has been his biggest hit to date. Boasting chart-topping success in the US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many other locations around the world, the single won two Grammys, record of the year, and spent 14 weeks at number one in the US. So, what was it that got people watching, singing, and dancing along with Ronson and Mars?
Part of the success is undoubtedly down to the amazing lyrics of the song. From repeating how hot he is to namechecking Michelle Pfeiffer and Saint Laurent, these are feel-good power lyrics at their very best. The simple four-chord structure and effortlessly funky beat help its appeal bridge the generations, and the video itself just screams fun, fun, fun! Don’t believe us, just watch (the YouTube video, of course)!
7. Sorry - Justin Bieber
Views:3 B
It’s no surprise that the young person’s sensation that is Justin Bieber had to make an appearance in our top 10 most-watched YouTube videos. He is, after all, the epitome of the YouTube generation, and has plenty of other well-watched videos in his archives. Selling 10 million copies in 2016 alone and topping the charts in 13 countries, Sorry has racked up, to date, 2.9 billion hits on YouTube, making it his most successful music video ever. So, what was the secret to this hit’s success?
Actually, we think that the reason for the success of this particular Bieber creation is due in part to the mismatch between the visuals and the audio. A languishing video requesting redemption from a lover would typically be shot in gritty black and white and feature the singer moping about feeling sorry for themselves. Instead, Bieber opted to recruit lively dancers from New Zealand’s ReQuest Dance Crew and furnish them with eye-popping outfits and lively dance moves to make up for the potentially depressing lyrics.
8. Sugar - Maroon 5
Views:2.7B
Maroon 5 had enjoyed a somewhat tumultuous career, achieving fame in the noughties, disappearing for a while, and then returning with outstanding hits such as ‘moves like Jagger’ and ‘One more night’. But this song, Sugar, has been their biggest video hit to date. Why? Well, the proof is in the pudding as they say.
This was a completely new concept video, shot in a variety of locations around Los Angeles and featuring Maroon 5 crashing numerous weddings. The reality is that the band did arrange things somewhat with the groom, although the bride and her guests had no idea. The resulting video is a joy to watch, as the assembled wedding parties express their shock, surprise, fear, and even anger as Levine and his crew pitch up and start singing.
Looking for the best wedding video songs? Check our top lists of the best songs for your wedding video .
9. Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Views:2.6B
After a long drought of almost a year, devoted fans of Taylor Swift were sick to death of hearing ‘I Knew you were Trouble’ on the radio five hundred times a day, so Shake it Off was almost guaranteed to be a big hit. Going straight into number one on the charts and staying in the Hot 100 for 50 consecutive weeks, its success on YouTube was even greater, boasting 2.5 billion views to date and making it the 9th most-watched video on YouTube. But how?
Swift is a master of generating internet attention. With over 100 million Instagram followers, Taylor set about whipping her ‘Little Monsters’ into a frenzy about the forthcoming release of her new single. As a result, Shake it Off was pretty much all the internet cared about for a full 24 hours. The lyrics tread a thin line between playful mockery of Swift and self-aware empowerment but are also super easy to memories and sing along with. Well played madam, well played.
10. Roar - Katy Perry
Views:2.6B
In 2013, Katy Perry took a short break out of kissing girls and liking it, as well as marrying (and divorcing) Russell Brand in order to release this banging new single. By the end of the year, Roar had sold almost 10 million copies and had topped the charts in 12 different countries. Its success on the radio was only surpassed by the success of the colorful music video on YouTube, where it has secured 2.5 billion views to date.
What’s not to love about this particular video, we ask? The lyrics are super empowering, you can run to it, dance to it, or just belt out your own roar alongside Katy. The visuals are awesome too, in particular the CGI animals and skimpy leopard print bikini, which undoubtedly helped its popularity. In a year that was tough personally for Perry, she hit back and produced this powerful song, showing once again that she is indeed a champion.
Conclusion
All the videos listed above have billions of views after it is on YouTube, however, Rome wasn’t built in a day. If you want to get more views on your YouTube videos, do not miss our guide about How to get more views on YouTube . The most viewed videos on YouTube are constantly changing, and as more and more people choose to consume their visual content in this way, we’ll undoubtedly see more records broken, more changes to this top 10, and more exciting content being produced. Were you surprised by our list? Who did you think should have made the top 10? Let us know!
How to empower your YouTube video? Whether you are targeted in YouTube music video, gameplay video, beauty & fashion, comedy, how-to video, education, or entertainment video, you always need good video editing software to edit the YouTube video. Check our pickups of the best video editing software for YouTube in the below video.
Want to know more statistics about YouTube Reds, check our Infographic about YouTube Facts, Figures here .
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Perfect Cuts on Demand: Top 10 Apps for Youtube Short Edits
Best YouTube Shorts Video Editing Apps for iOS and Android
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Even though Shorts is integrated within the YouTube app and still in beta, you can still edit your videos. At this writing, the only additional elements that you can add to your short videos are background music and captions. While these two are good enough to make your clips informative, they might not be able to attract as many viewers as there would have been if the footages were well-decorated with a couple of filters, effects, stickers, etc.
That said, listed below are some of the efficient and feature-packed third-party apps that can help you beautify your videos before they can be published as Shorts on your YouTube channel:
Best Shorts Video Editing Apps for iOS and Android (Free and Paid)
Top 10 short video editing apps for smartphones, along with their attributes, include:
1. Wondershare Filmora
This was developed by one of the IT giants called Wondershare. The elder sibling of Filmora is Filmora, a PC program for both Windows and Mac platforms that gives tough competition to some of the commonly used post-production applications like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video editing (trimming, cutting, etc.), adds or extracts music from the videos, supports HD quality exporting, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Free to use, available for both iOS and Android, a complete package for video editing enthusiasts
Cons: Free version adds a watermark to the exported videos
2. VideoLeap – Video Editor – Film Photo Editor
Another lightweight video editor for mobile devices, VideoLeap, lets you edit the videos simply and quickly.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.3 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.3
Main Features: Has more than 200 filters, allows trimming and cropping, offers a practically unlimited number of undoes and redoes
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers layer-based editing, gives access to the professional-level filters for video decoration, has more than 60 overlays, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to access features like edit, crop, and reverse
3. KineMaster Video Editor
KineMaster is probably one of the most popular video editors among vloggers, beginners, and teenagers. With simple UI, the app offers easy access to many of its features to edit the videos.
Supported Platforms: Android (6.0 and above) and iOS (12.4 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Color correction, video reversal, trimming, splitting, cutting, voice changer, sound effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Can export videos to 4K 60 FPS, can be used for free, supports multiple languages
Cons: A premium subscription must be purchased to access advanced features
4. Video Maker for YouTube – Video.Guru
This one is specifically designed and developed for short videos that are prepared for Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Supports multi-layer editing, allows voice recording and voiceovers, can be used to create videos for YouTube, has several filters and effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers fully licensed music for a video background, allows audio fade-in and fade-out effects, allows music video creation, lets you merge two or more clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some users experience distortion while using an external microphone
5. Adobe Premiere Rush
Developed by the creative application developing giant, Adobe, this app has everything you would possibly need to prepare YouTube Shorts. Because the developer is Adobe, the program can be trusted without any doubts.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (13.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video recording with the built-in camera, allows adding animated titles using the available templates, has a multi-track timeline, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers several editing effects, has a plethora of royalty-free soundtracks, etc.
Cons: Advanced tools can be accessed only after buying a premium subscription
6. Funimate Video Editor & Maker
With a 4.7-star rating, this app has been ranked as the best in more than 100 countries. The program has several built-in video effects to make your clips more engaging.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Enables lip-sync, allows keyframe-oriented animations and effects, supports video masking, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to social platforms like YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram, etc.
Pros: Has intro and outro effects, allows you to add music to the videos, is free to use, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to unlock all the advanced tools and features of the app
7. LumaFusion
LumaFusion is crowned with a 4.8-star rating and is packed with options like media library, slow and fast motion playback, additional audio tracks, and much more.
Supported Platforms: iOS (13.3 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Frame rates that range between 18 FPS to 240 FPS, color correction, keyframe-oriented color, and effects animations, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to almost all platforms
Pros: Can export projects as Final Cut Pro X files for further editing
Cons: Paid subscription is needed for exporting projects for Final Cut Pro X
8. VivaCut – PRO Video Editor APP
As the name suggests, VivaCut is a professional-level video editing tool for mobile devices that enjoys a decent star rating.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (9.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Offers visual effects like VHS, RGP, Glitch, etc., allows Picture-in-Picture (to be released soon), allows video trimming, cropping, and merging, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows one-click publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Supports up to 4K video resolution
Cons: Paid subscription is required to access the Pro-level features and options
9. Filmmaker Pro – Video Editor
Filmmaker Pro is a free video editing app for mobile devices equipped with a plethora of pro features to make your post-production experience convenient and fun.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.4 and above) and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Supports video playback reversal, allows Picture-in-Picture for videos and photos, supports green screen (chroma key), and much more.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers several text animation options, has drawing tools, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is required to remove watermark from the exported videos
10. Video Editor for YouTube & Video Maker – My Movie
Yet another editor for both amateurs and professionals, Video Editor for YouTube, consists of all the features that a YouTube Shorts video needs to prepare engaging content.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows cropping, flipping, and rotating the video clips, allows audio recording for voiceovers, lets you control the playback speed, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Has keyframe-oriented animation effects, can merge multiple video clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some content might not be suitable for kids below 12 years of age
Above are some of the best video editing apps that you can use on iPhone or Android phones to create YouTube Shorts videos. Besides those third-party apps, you can also create a Shorts video from the YouTube app directly. Check this article to get detailed information about making and uploading a YouTube Shorts Video with Shorts App .
Use Filmora to Create YouTube Shorts Video on PC
If you prefer to convert or make videos on a computer, I recommend you to try our video editor Filmora X , which is an ideal solution for YouTubers.
You can make a vertical video with Filmora easily as it provides a 9:16 aspect ratio that works perfectly for editing YouTube Shorts videos. Compared with mobile apps, desktop softwares like Filmora allows you to add more elements and effects to your video to make it impressive. Check out the below video about how to edit vertical video using our Filmora X and try it out if you are impressed.
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Conclusion
Making videos less than 60 seconds in duration and then publishing them on YouTube with the ‘#Shorts’ tag in the title or description lets you create short videos for YouTube. The apps listed above help you in this, and you can easily prepare attractive and engaging short clips pretty quickly using any of them. However, the most recommended, widely used, and the much-appreciated program is Wondershare Filmora that is not merely limited to mobile application-level features, it even has tools that usually compete with those available in the desktop software.
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Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Even though Shorts is integrated within the YouTube app and still in beta, you can still edit your videos. At this writing, the only additional elements that you can add to your short videos are background music and captions. While these two are good enough to make your clips informative, they might not be able to attract as many viewers as there would have been if the footages were well-decorated with a couple of filters, effects, stickers, etc.
That said, listed below are some of the efficient and feature-packed third-party apps that can help you beautify your videos before they can be published as Shorts on your YouTube channel:
Best Shorts Video Editing Apps for iOS and Android (Free and Paid)
Top 10 short video editing apps for smartphones, along with their attributes, include:
1. Wondershare Filmora
This was developed by one of the IT giants called Wondershare. The elder sibling of Filmora is Filmora, a PC program for both Windows and Mac platforms that gives tough competition to some of the commonly used post-production applications like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video editing (trimming, cutting, etc.), adds or extracts music from the videos, supports HD quality exporting, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Free to use, available for both iOS and Android, a complete package for video editing enthusiasts
Cons: Free version adds a watermark to the exported videos
2. VideoLeap – Video Editor – Film Photo Editor
Another lightweight video editor for mobile devices, VideoLeap, lets you edit the videos simply and quickly.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.3 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.3
Main Features: Has more than 200 filters, allows trimming and cropping, offers a practically unlimited number of undoes and redoes
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers layer-based editing, gives access to the professional-level filters for video decoration, has more than 60 overlays, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to access features like edit, crop, and reverse
3. KineMaster Video Editor
KineMaster is probably one of the most popular video editors among vloggers, beginners, and teenagers. With simple UI, the app offers easy access to many of its features to edit the videos.
Supported Platforms: Android (6.0 and above) and iOS (12.4 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Color correction, video reversal, trimming, splitting, cutting, voice changer, sound effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Can export videos to 4K 60 FPS, can be used for free, supports multiple languages
Cons: A premium subscription must be purchased to access advanced features
4. Video Maker for YouTube – Video.Guru
This one is specifically designed and developed for short videos that are prepared for Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Supports multi-layer editing, allows voice recording and voiceovers, can be used to create videos for YouTube, has several filters and effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers fully licensed music for a video background, allows audio fade-in and fade-out effects, allows music video creation, lets you merge two or more clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some users experience distortion while using an external microphone
5. Adobe Premiere Rush
Developed by the creative application developing giant, Adobe, this app has everything you would possibly need to prepare YouTube Shorts. Because the developer is Adobe, the program can be trusted without any doubts.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (13.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video recording with the built-in camera, allows adding animated titles using the available templates, has a multi-track timeline, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers several editing effects, has a plethora of royalty-free soundtracks, etc.
Cons: Advanced tools can be accessed only after buying a premium subscription
6. Funimate Video Editor & Maker
With a 4.7-star rating, this app has been ranked as the best in more than 100 countries. The program has several built-in video effects to make your clips more engaging.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Enables lip-sync, allows keyframe-oriented animations and effects, supports video masking, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to social platforms like YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram, etc.
Pros: Has intro and outro effects, allows you to add music to the videos, is free to use, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to unlock all the advanced tools and features of the app
7. LumaFusion
LumaFusion is crowned with a 4.8-star rating and is packed with options like media library, slow and fast motion playback, additional audio tracks, and much more.
Supported Platforms: iOS (13.3 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Frame rates that range between 18 FPS to 240 FPS, color correction, keyframe-oriented color, and effects animations, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to almost all platforms
Pros: Can export projects as Final Cut Pro X files for further editing
Cons: Paid subscription is needed for exporting projects for Final Cut Pro X
8. VivaCut – PRO Video Editor APP
As the name suggests, VivaCut is a professional-level video editing tool for mobile devices that enjoys a decent star rating.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (9.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Offers visual effects like VHS, RGP, Glitch, etc., allows Picture-in-Picture (to be released soon), allows video trimming, cropping, and merging, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows one-click publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Supports up to 4K video resolution
Cons: Paid subscription is required to access the Pro-level features and options
9. Filmmaker Pro – Video Editor
Filmmaker Pro is a free video editing app for mobile devices equipped with a plethora of pro features to make your post-production experience convenient and fun.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.4 and above) and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Supports video playback reversal, allows Picture-in-Picture for videos and photos, supports green screen (chroma key), and much more.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers several text animation options, has drawing tools, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is required to remove watermark from the exported videos
10. Video Editor for YouTube & Video Maker – My Movie
Yet another editor for both amateurs and professionals, Video Editor for YouTube, consists of all the features that a YouTube Shorts video needs to prepare engaging content.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows cropping, flipping, and rotating the video clips, allows audio recording for voiceovers, lets you control the playback speed, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Has keyframe-oriented animation effects, can merge multiple video clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some content might not be suitable for kids below 12 years of age
Above are some of the best video editing apps that you can use on iPhone or Android phones to create YouTube Shorts videos. Besides those third-party apps, you can also create a Shorts video from the YouTube app directly. Check this article to get detailed information about making and uploading a YouTube Shorts Video with Shorts App .
Use Filmora to Create YouTube Shorts Video on PC
If you prefer to convert or make videos on a computer, I recommend you to try our video editor Filmora X , which is an ideal solution for YouTubers.
You can make a vertical video with Filmora easily as it provides a 9:16 aspect ratio that works perfectly for editing YouTube Shorts videos. Compared with mobile apps, desktop softwares like Filmora allows you to add more elements and effects to your video to make it impressive. Check out the below video about how to edit vertical video using our Filmora X and try it out if you are impressed.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>
download filmora app for ios ](https://app.adjust.com/b0k9hf2%5F4bsu85t ) download filmora app for android ](https://app.adjust.com/b0k9hf2%5F4bsu85t )
Conclusion
Making videos less than 60 seconds in duration and then publishing them on YouTube with the ‘#Shorts’ tag in the title or description lets you create short videos for YouTube. The apps listed above help you in this, and you can easily prepare attractive and engaging short clips pretty quickly using any of them. However, the most recommended, widely used, and the much-appreciated program is Wondershare Filmora that is not merely limited to mobile application-level features, it even has tools that usually compete with those available in the desktop software.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Even though Shorts is integrated within the YouTube app and still in beta, you can still edit your videos. At this writing, the only additional elements that you can add to your short videos are background music and captions. While these two are good enough to make your clips informative, they might not be able to attract as many viewers as there would have been if the footages were well-decorated with a couple of filters, effects, stickers, etc.
That said, listed below are some of the efficient and feature-packed third-party apps that can help you beautify your videos before they can be published as Shorts on your YouTube channel:
Best Shorts Video Editing Apps for iOS and Android (Free and Paid)
Top 10 short video editing apps for smartphones, along with their attributes, include:
1. Wondershare Filmora
This was developed by one of the IT giants called Wondershare. The elder sibling of Filmora is Filmora, a PC program for both Windows and Mac platforms that gives tough competition to some of the commonly used post-production applications like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video editing (trimming, cutting, etc.), adds or extracts music from the videos, supports HD quality exporting, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Free to use, available for both iOS and Android, a complete package for video editing enthusiasts
Cons: Free version adds a watermark to the exported videos
2. VideoLeap – Video Editor – Film Photo Editor
Another lightweight video editor for mobile devices, VideoLeap, lets you edit the videos simply and quickly.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.3 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.3
Main Features: Has more than 200 filters, allows trimming and cropping, offers a practically unlimited number of undoes and redoes
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers layer-based editing, gives access to the professional-level filters for video decoration, has more than 60 overlays, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to access features like edit, crop, and reverse
3. KineMaster Video Editor
KineMaster is probably one of the most popular video editors among vloggers, beginners, and teenagers. With simple UI, the app offers easy access to many of its features to edit the videos.
Supported Platforms: Android (6.0 and above) and iOS (12.4 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Color correction, video reversal, trimming, splitting, cutting, voice changer, sound effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Can export videos to 4K 60 FPS, can be used for free, supports multiple languages
Cons: A premium subscription must be purchased to access advanced features
4. Video Maker for YouTube – Video.Guru
This one is specifically designed and developed for short videos that are prepared for Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Supports multi-layer editing, allows voice recording and voiceovers, can be used to create videos for YouTube, has several filters and effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers fully licensed music for a video background, allows audio fade-in and fade-out effects, allows music video creation, lets you merge two or more clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some users experience distortion while using an external microphone
5. Adobe Premiere Rush
Developed by the creative application developing giant, Adobe, this app has everything you would possibly need to prepare YouTube Shorts. Because the developer is Adobe, the program can be trusted without any doubts.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (13.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video recording with the built-in camera, allows adding animated titles using the available templates, has a multi-track timeline, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers several editing effects, has a plethora of royalty-free soundtracks, etc.
Cons: Advanced tools can be accessed only after buying a premium subscription
6. Funimate Video Editor & Maker
With a 4.7-star rating, this app has been ranked as the best in more than 100 countries. The program has several built-in video effects to make your clips more engaging.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Enables lip-sync, allows keyframe-oriented animations and effects, supports video masking, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to social platforms like YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram, etc.
Pros: Has intro and outro effects, allows you to add music to the videos, is free to use, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to unlock all the advanced tools and features of the app
7. LumaFusion
LumaFusion is crowned with a 4.8-star rating and is packed with options like media library, slow and fast motion playback, additional audio tracks, and much more.
Supported Platforms: iOS (13.3 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Frame rates that range between 18 FPS to 240 FPS, color correction, keyframe-oriented color, and effects animations, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to almost all platforms
Pros: Can export projects as Final Cut Pro X files for further editing
Cons: Paid subscription is needed for exporting projects for Final Cut Pro X
8. VivaCut – PRO Video Editor APP
As the name suggests, VivaCut is a professional-level video editing tool for mobile devices that enjoys a decent star rating.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (9.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Offers visual effects like VHS, RGP, Glitch, etc., allows Picture-in-Picture (to be released soon), allows video trimming, cropping, and merging, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows one-click publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Supports up to 4K video resolution
Cons: Paid subscription is required to access the Pro-level features and options
9. Filmmaker Pro – Video Editor
Filmmaker Pro is a free video editing app for mobile devices equipped with a plethora of pro features to make your post-production experience convenient and fun.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.4 and above) and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Supports video playback reversal, allows Picture-in-Picture for videos and photos, supports green screen (chroma key), and much more.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers several text animation options, has drawing tools, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is required to remove watermark from the exported videos
10. Video Editor for YouTube & Video Maker – My Movie
Yet another editor for both amateurs and professionals, Video Editor for YouTube, consists of all the features that a YouTube Shorts video needs to prepare engaging content.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows cropping, flipping, and rotating the video clips, allows audio recording for voiceovers, lets you control the playback speed, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Has keyframe-oriented animation effects, can merge multiple video clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some content might not be suitable for kids below 12 years of age
Above are some of the best video editing apps that you can use on iPhone or Android phones to create YouTube Shorts videos. Besides those third-party apps, you can also create a Shorts video from the YouTube app directly. Check this article to get detailed information about making and uploading a YouTube Shorts Video with Shorts App .
Use Filmora to Create YouTube Shorts Video on PC
If you prefer to convert or make videos on a computer, I recommend you to try our video editor Filmora X , which is an ideal solution for YouTubers.
You can make a vertical video with Filmora easily as it provides a 9:16 aspect ratio that works perfectly for editing YouTube Shorts videos. Compared with mobile apps, desktop softwares like Filmora allows you to add more elements and effects to your video to make it impressive. Check out the below video about how to edit vertical video using our Filmora X and try it out if you are impressed.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>
download filmora app for ios ](https://app.adjust.com/b0k9hf2%5F4bsu85t ) download filmora app for android ](https://app.adjust.com/b0k9hf2%5F4bsu85t )
Conclusion
Making videos less than 60 seconds in duration and then publishing them on YouTube with the ‘#Shorts’ tag in the title or description lets you create short videos for YouTube. The apps listed above help you in this, and you can easily prepare attractive and engaging short clips pretty quickly using any of them. However, the most recommended, widely used, and the much-appreciated program is Wondershare Filmora that is not merely limited to mobile application-level features, it even has tools that usually compete with those available in the desktop software.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Even though Shorts is integrated within the YouTube app and still in beta, you can still edit your videos. At this writing, the only additional elements that you can add to your short videos are background music and captions. While these two are good enough to make your clips informative, they might not be able to attract as many viewers as there would have been if the footages were well-decorated with a couple of filters, effects, stickers, etc.
That said, listed below are some of the efficient and feature-packed third-party apps that can help you beautify your videos before they can be published as Shorts on your YouTube channel:
Best Shorts Video Editing Apps for iOS and Android (Free and Paid)
Top 10 short video editing apps for smartphones, along with their attributes, include:
1. Wondershare Filmora
This was developed by one of the IT giants called Wondershare. The elder sibling of Filmora is Filmora, a PC program for both Windows and Mac platforms that gives tough competition to some of the commonly used post-production applications like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video editing (trimming, cutting, etc.), adds or extracts music from the videos, supports HD quality exporting, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Free to use, available for both iOS and Android, a complete package for video editing enthusiasts
Cons: Free version adds a watermark to the exported videos
2. VideoLeap – Video Editor – Film Photo Editor
Another lightweight video editor for mobile devices, VideoLeap, lets you edit the videos simply and quickly.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.3 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.3
Main Features: Has more than 200 filters, allows trimming and cropping, offers a practically unlimited number of undoes and redoes
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers layer-based editing, gives access to the professional-level filters for video decoration, has more than 60 overlays, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to access features like edit, crop, and reverse
3. KineMaster Video Editor
KineMaster is probably one of the most popular video editors among vloggers, beginners, and teenagers. With simple UI, the app offers easy access to many of its features to edit the videos.
Supported Platforms: Android (6.0 and above) and iOS (12.4 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Color correction, video reversal, trimming, splitting, cutting, voice changer, sound effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Can export videos to 4K 60 FPS, can be used for free, supports multiple languages
Cons: A premium subscription must be purchased to access advanced features
4. Video Maker for YouTube – Video.Guru
This one is specifically designed and developed for short videos that are prepared for Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Supports multi-layer editing, allows voice recording and voiceovers, can be used to create videos for YouTube, has several filters and effects, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers fully licensed music for a video background, allows audio fade-in and fade-out effects, allows music video creation, lets you merge two or more clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some users experience distortion while using an external microphone
5. Adobe Premiere Rush
Developed by the creative application developing giant, Adobe, this app has everything you would possibly need to prepare YouTube Shorts. Because the developer is Adobe, the program can be trusted without any doubts.
Supported Platforms: Android and iOS (13.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows video recording with the built-in camera, allows adding animated titles using the available templates, has a multi-track timeline, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to YouTube
Pros: Offers several editing effects, has a plethora of royalty-free soundtracks, etc.
Cons: Advanced tools can be accessed only after buying a premium subscription
6. Funimate Video Editor & Maker
With a 4.7-star rating, this app has been ranked as the best in more than 100 countries. The program has several built-in video effects to make your clips more engaging.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (12.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Enables lip-sync, allows keyframe-oriented animations and effects, supports video masking, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to social platforms like YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram, etc.
Pros: Has intro and outro effects, allows you to add music to the videos, is free to use, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is needed to unlock all the advanced tools and features of the app
7. LumaFusion
LumaFusion is crowned with a 4.8-star rating and is packed with options like media library, slow and fast motion playback, additional audio tracks, and much more.
Supported Platforms: iOS (13.3 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.8
Main Features: Frame rates that range between 18 FPS to 240 FPS, color correction, keyframe-oriented color, and effects animations, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly to almost all platforms
Pros: Can export projects as Final Cut Pro X files for further editing
Cons: Paid subscription is needed for exporting projects for Final Cut Pro X
8. VivaCut – PRO Video Editor APP
As the name suggests, VivaCut is a professional-level video editing tool for mobile devices that enjoys a decent star rating.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above) and iOS (9.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.7
Main Features: Offers visual effects like VHS, RGP, Glitch, etc., allows Picture-in-Picture (to be released soon), allows video trimming, cropping, and merging, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows one-click publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Supports up to 4K video resolution
Cons: Paid subscription is required to access the Pro-level features and options
9. Filmmaker Pro – Video Editor
Filmmaker Pro is a free video editing app for mobile devices equipped with a plethora of pro features to make your post-production experience convenient and fun.
Supported Platforms: Android (4.4 and above) and iOS (11.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Supports video playback reversal, allows Picture-in-Picture for videos and photos, supports green screen (chroma key), and much more.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Exports videos to the device
Pros: Offers several text animation options, has drawing tools, etc.
Cons: Paid subscription is required to remove watermark from the exported videos
10. Video Editor for YouTube & Video Maker – My Movie
Yet another editor for both amateurs and professionals, Video Editor for YouTube, consists of all the features that a YouTube Shorts video needs to prepare engaging content.
Supported Platforms: Android (5.0 and above)
Users’ Star Rating (Out of 5): 4.6
Main Features: Allows cropping, flipping, and rotating the video clips, allows audio recording for voiceovers, lets you control the playback speed, etc.
Aspect Ratio: Almost all widely used sizes
Sharing: Allows publishing directly on YouTube
Pros: Has keyframe-oriented animation effects, can merge multiple video clips into one, etc.
Cons: Some content might not be suitable for kids below 12 years of age
Above are some of the best video editing apps that you can use on iPhone or Android phones to create YouTube Shorts videos. Besides those third-party apps, you can also create a Shorts video from the YouTube app directly. Check this article to get detailed information about making and uploading a YouTube Shorts Video with Shorts App .
Use Filmora to Create YouTube Shorts Video on PC
If you prefer to convert or make videos on a computer, I recommend you to try our video editor Filmora X , which is an ideal solution for YouTubers.
You can make a vertical video with Filmora easily as it provides a 9:16 aspect ratio that works perfectly for editing YouTube Shorts videos. Compared with mobile apps, desktop softwares like Filmora allows you to add more elements and effects to your video to make it impressive. Check out the below video about how to edit vertical video using our Filmora X and try it out if you are impressed.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>
download filmora app for ios ](https://app.adjust.com/b0k9hf2%5F4bsu85t ) download filmora app for android ](https://app.adjust.com/b0k9hf2%5F4bsu85t )
Conclusion
Making videos less than 60 seconds in duration and then publishing them on YouTube with the ‘#Shorts’ tag in the title or description lets you create short videos for YouTube. The apps listed above help you in this, and you can easily prepare attractive and engaging short clips pretty quickly using any of them. However, the most recommended, widely used, and the much-appreciated program is Wondershare Filmora that is not merely limited to mobile application-level features, it even has tools that usually compete with those available in the desktop software.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
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