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- Industry: Media Production
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Best Motion and Video Creating Software I have ever used.
Reviewed on 10/6/2022
Adobe After Effects is one of the best video editing software in the current market. It integrates seamlessly with other Adobe software, making it easier to use. You can do nearly any kind of visual effects using this software and it would improve the post-production quality of the video. You can make an intro or high-quality outros for your videos and it's got a great overlay concept as well. It gives you total control, and it makes it easy for you to decide because you know what you want to do. I will recommend others to use it.
Pros
I have been using After effects for three years now for my video editing work and it has helped me a lot in my work. Adobe After-effects have all the capabilities possible for motion graphics, visual effects, compositing, and VFX. I enhanced my VFX skills with this software. It also features advanced tools like cutting Chroma keys, text animation, visual effects, motion, and movement tracking, and more. It can be a great tool for novices.
Cons
Sometimes, Adobe After Effect can be time-consuming for rendering if the computer is slow. But if we have a powerful machine, then it's certain that it can export within minutes. All other features are outstanding, with no negatives.
Alternatives Considered
DaVinci ResolveReasons for Choosing Adobe After Effects
It doesn't have advanced features and can't meet my goal. The rendering time is so long.Switched From
CamtasiaReasons for Switching to Adobe After Effects
Adobe is the most popular video editing tool and the user interface seems pretty cool and it is handy to use.- Industry: Sports
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Go to Suite for Video Editing
Reviewed on 23/1/2023
Great application to do basic video editing for social media, all the way to editing high grade movies.
Pros
It has a steep learning curve, but once you understand how to use the program you can make a video do whatever you'd like. Has a massive library of features that would take a long time to learn everything.
Cons
Pretty steep learning curve. Coming from Photoshop and Premiere, it was still very tough to learn how to use After Effects. The program UI looks somewhat similar, but even down to the hotkeys are different from Premiere Pro.

- Industry: Media Production
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 2.0 /10
Heavy software, can be difficult to learn
Reviewed on 13/2/2022
Pros
There are lots of features and you can install plugins to make your workflow faster and easier and further expand the functionality and features.
Cons
The features can also be a con, it can take a long time for a new user to get used to the interface, it's an overload and we end up trimming the interface down so there is not too much going on.
After Effects can be really heavy on your computer and is prone to crashing.
It's part of Adobe, which has some of the worst customer support in existence.
- Industry: Restaurants
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Best software to create animations
Reviewed on 30/11/2022
It was the best software I found to animate images for use in digital signage.
Pros
It is the best software to make animations. Personally I use it to make animations for digital signage. It really has a lot of options and produces excellent results.
Cons
It has some bugs and is very heavy. If you don't have a good machine, it will be very difficult to work with it.

- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Good app for video editing but media library need better collection
Reviewed on 19/2/2023
overall i feel that the adobe after effects is all good choice in video editing but the media library needs a great collection and also the text overlays need to be improved.
Pros
the animations and the transitions are very effective and are very easy to use. In addition the rendering is also very fast which speeds up my workflow. Overall the video editing experience has been good because of very few lags and glitches and seamless performance and having comprehensive user friendly interface.
Cons
I feel that the text overlays need to be even more improved because they are of very basic level only i feel. in addition the media library needs a better collection. Rest i feel it is very eefective and helpful.
- Industry: Outsourcing/Offshoring
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Your creativity comes true with Ae
Reviewed on 19/2/2023
With after effects I can create easy motion graphics templates to use on videos, and the best part is that I can create them from scratch, giving me the capability of branding my videos.
Pros
I love that it is easy to find tutorials, follow the instructions, and start creating tons of art and motion graphics. Rendering have many options, like rendering videos in 4k, instagram size, and even transparent videos, which are really useful to use with other videos on premiere.
Cons
Not knowing much. But that is not the software fault. It has actually inspired me to learn more and take some courses, to be able to use is at a better capacity.
- Industry: Design
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
My honest review of After Effects
Reviewed on 6/2/2023
Great software for create animations.
Pros
As a Graphic Designer, I have been using this software for a long time. Mostly I'm using after effects for make animations. I was able to get great result from this software.
Cons
To be honest, I have nothing wrong to say about this software
- Industry: Architecture & Planning
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
After Effects: A shining and sharp knife
Reviewed on 1/3/2023
It has saved me during my Architectural thesis presentation.
Pros
The user interface and the outcome with efficient tools is too great.
Cons
The software has nothing to be disliked only thing it can add is other formats of interoperability.
- Industry: Animation
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
The best for 2D animators
Reviewed on 16/2/2023
Pros
Adobe After Effects is versatile; it has many tools for creating visual effects. I particularly liked the ability to animate in 2D, particle effects, and color correction.
Cons
The program needs powerful computers to work well or you end up wasting time unnecessarily on crushes and slowdowns.
- Industry: Animation
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for Free Trial
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
expensive but wort it
Reviewed on 10/2/2023
Pros
i one of the longest program on existence
Cons
it is expensive and you uualy need a special course to know how to use it
- Industry: Entertainment
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Whatever idea/concept you have - you can make it on this software
Reviewed on 20/9/2022
Pros
Likely the best editing software for amateur-professional video editors. It's so in-depth that I am still CONSTANTLY learning new things/features on this software and I use it almost daily. You can use it with other editing softwares as well.
Cons
It's a little hard to learn. The learning curve is steep, but once you learn the basics, it's pretty simple to catch on to new things.
Alternatives Considered
Final Cut ProReasons for Choosing Adobe After Effects
Bought a Mac. Ended up switching to Final Cut Pro and once I got comfortable with video editing on new hardware I began using After Effects for certain editing situations and have used it ever since!Switched From
VEGAS Pro- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
Adobe After Effects - Good for VFX
Reviewed on 19/10/2021
Pros
Adobe After Effects is amazing for creating VFX. It has tons of third party plugin support, and is easy to use.
Cons
However, it can be slow at times, and is not really great for anything other than VFX. I'd personally recommend Premiere Pro.
Alternatives Considered
Final Cut ProReasons for Choosing Adobe After Effects
Wanted to use a professional video editor for easier customer support access and more featuresSwitched From
DaVinci ResolveReasons for Switching to Adobe After Effects
Widely used and good reviews
- Industry: Telecommunications
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Performing, but greedy (of resources and money)
Reviewed on 27/7/2021
The overall experience is positive. As a MacOS user, I try to use Apple software as much as possible, but when more complicated work and compositing are needed, or when working in a team with Windows users, After Effects has been a good choice. I think it could cost less and have an even more simplified approach.
Pros
What I appreciate most about Adobe After Effects is the common approach to the other software in the Adobe suite. Working on the time line is a common and assimilated experience where you get your bearings after a few seconds.
After Effects once again confirms itself as the leading platform in advanced video compositing, representing in its latest incarnation a more complete solution and, now more than ever, 3D oriented by virtue of the integration with Cinema 4D, offered in bundled light version.
Even on Mac it enjoys a fast track, given the lack of an Apple product truly able to compete in terms of versatility and completeness.
Cons
What I dislike very little, however, is the resource consumption and the price. Being a MacOS user, I've ended up preferring Final Cut Pro with Motion, thanks to which I can carry out similar works consuming much less resources and with shorter working times. In this case, however, I have to give up working with team members who don't use MacOS. In my opinion, the pricing could also be improved to be more user-friendly.

- Industry: Marketing & Advertising
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
The best vector animation software
Reviewed on 8/9/2022
We have been using this software since the very beginning of our organization. It does provide the tools you might need to create any animation, or even video edits (without the convenience of other specialized video editors).
Pros
This is a full video edition solution covering almost any requirement when producing a video. Notwithstanding, the main purpose is to create animations that perform just as desired. You can begin with an already made vector or even a normal video. Honestly, possibilities are endless with this piece of software.
Cons
The user interface may be very challenging sometimes
It is expensive software, not for every budget.
The rendering system drains the resources of the computer, so it is very advised to employ a third-party software as Adobe Media Encoder.
Alternatives Considered
SVGatorReasons for Switching to Adobe After Effects
Adobe After Effects is the best of its kind, it is the Swiss Knife of any person looking to create an animation and small video editions in the process.- Industry: Computer Hardware
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
The #1 animation software
Reviewed on 19/5/2022
I've used After Effect for a long time and it's the best experience I've ever had in terms of creating animations and transitions, the number of tools it has is simply ridiculous, and the plugins and integrations with other software improve what seems unbeatable. The video creation is very good, and even the text animation is excellent. It is a 10/10 service, if you want professional jobs this should be your first option.
Pros
After Effect is the best tool to work with animations and transitions, you can do everything with After Effect, from editing, creating, and animating videos, to modeling and rendering 3D animations. Integration with the Adobe ecosystem is key because it helps compliment the entire experience. The ability to install plugins is also a big plus point. The export and import tools are very powerful and efficient. It has all the fundamental tools of Photoshop and Premiere, so we can only expect a quality experience. In conclusion, After Effect is the king when it comes to animations and transitions, it is the best option in this area.
Cons
The learning curve when starting the program can be slow and it can be scary because the interface is not quite minimalist. Animation rendering is very slow, which can make the whole process tedious and stressful. It is a program that requires very sophisticated specifications that cannot be accessed by the general public.
Alternatives Considered
iMovieSwitched From
VEGAS Pro- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Is After Effects the king of the market in 3D modeling ?
Reviewed on 1/3/2022
Feel free to make the decision when using Adobe After Effects , it is true that it takes some time to learn and get used to the user interface, but you will get comfortable and apply what you want to it .
Pros
Without a doubt, no one can use 3D modeling without using Adobe After Effects , for me, this is one of the strongest and most wonderful features in the program .
And let me talk about the feature that you will not be able to find with the power of After Effects, which is the Animations & Transitions , t is true that Adobe Premiere Pro has this feature, but to be honest Adobe After Effects is much more powerful than it .
From more than 5 years of experience using the program, the text and speed in handling files are of a very high level unlike other programs, which is a good point for Adobe After Effects .
Cons
I think everyone is confirming my words that the user interface is intimidating to people who see it for the first time , unlike Adobe Premiere Pro , which is simple and comfortable for the eye , especially for them .
Other than that, the user needs a long time to learn the tools , as it is considered very difficult at times.
- Industry: Graphic Design
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
my experience in after effects
Reviewed on 29/11/2022
My experience with the program. The program in general. The program has many interesting and very distinctive things in the manufacture of visual effects and many wonderful tools. I use it in my work. It is a wonderful program that is characterized by many things and tools that help in making videos with powerful visual effects.
Pros
From my point of view, one of the best things about this program is that there are many very useful tools in visual effects that greatly help in producing a distinctive video, such as the animation feature, the 3D feature, wonderful filters, and moving objects, modifying and converting them from programs to programs other easily as well as easy import and export. The files are of high quality and great accuracy in file transfer.
Cons
From my point of view, it needs a computer with powerful capabilities to run the program easily. Therefore, when extracting the final project, it takes a long time to extract it if you do not have a computer with strong capabilities, and it is expensive for some people in its price.
- Industry: Marketing & Advertising
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Industry Standard for Motion Graphics
Reviewed on 14/4/2022
After Effects was one of those programs I knew I needed, but didn't want to need. I had to learn how to use it because it vastly improved my production value, which allowed me to charge more and scale my business.
Pros
The magic it can create is unreal. The production value of any project can jump leaps and bounds after a round in After Effects. Most people in my industry use Adobe Premiere and AfterEffects concurrently. I prefer to create/modify elements in After Effects and then use them in Final Cut Pro. It's not the most efficient way to do things, but it's doable and effective.
Cons
The one thing I don't like is that it's an Adobe product. Adobe are infinitely the champions of organization and structure. So much so that without prior knowledge of how Adobe programs operate i.e. file directory structure, etc - After Effects would be very difficult to learn.
Tutorials or external instruction is usually needed. Once you get the hang of it, it's incredible powerful software.
- Industry: Design
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
You will want to give Adobe AE a try! One of the best video editing softwares!
Reviewed on 19/1/2023
Overall, my experience with the software has been positive. The program offers a wide range of tools and effects that can be used to enhance videos, such as text, shapes, and particle effects. The software also integrates well with other Adobe programs, such as Photoshop and Premiere Pro, which allows for seamless workflows and efficient collaboration.
Pros
Adobe After Effects is an incredibly powerful and versatile software for creating and editing visual effects. One of the things that I like most about it is its ability to easily create and animate text, shapes, and other elements. The software also offers a wide range of tools and effects that can be used to enhance your videos, including color correction, compositing, and particle effects. The program's integration with other Adobe software, such as Photoshop and Premiere Pro, allows for seamless workflows and efficient collaboration. Overall, Adobe After Effects is a must-have tool for any professional video editor or VFX artist.
Cons
One of the things that I dislike about it is the steep learning curve. The software has a lot of features and tools, and it can take some time to master them all. Additionally, the program can be quite resource-intensive, which can cause issues on older computers or those with limited resources.
- Industry: Design
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
After Effects for graphic designers
Reviewed on 7/10/2022
I love the product and I won't change it but it only needs a little bit of adjustments and improvements to help us designers craft more contemporary designs & works.
Pros
What i love about the software is the huge library of tools & effects that allows you to craft beautiful work that gets lot of engagements since we as designers we get hired for building connection between brands & people so this software helps us a lot to communicate a brand's purpose & concept in motion.
Cons
What i do not like about the software is that it's kind of limited & hard to use at the same time . You'll literally struggle a little bit at your first year of using the product but after that you'll find your self in it. Also it needs a good computer to run without crashes. Its a multidiscipline software thats why it uses a lot of CPU.
- Industry: Computer Hardware
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
After effect is the best video editing software
Reviewed on 17/5/2022
overall experience i would say after Effects is the best editing software for quality production.
Pros
After Effect is a really common software for a very long time, I'm using this software for more than 6 years, and the software playback and interface look easy, After Effect has really useful stock plugins and you have the ability to add more professional plugins, you have advanced tools to make transitions smooth, you can change the playback quality for a good experience, cause the software is huge and need a good pc
Cons
the thing that i didn't like, that the software sometimes crashes, and if u didn't save your project,maybe you are going to lose everything.

- Industry: Internet
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
My first choice for animation
Reviewed on 10/6/2022
Very good overall experience
Pros
Adobe after effects is a powerful application for animation. This tool is amazing especially for editing green screens. I love it timeline it is handy.
Cons
It takes a lot of time to learn properly adobe after effects stop. That is what I like the least about this tool. It is hard to learn.
- Industry: Design
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Adobe After Effects
Reviewed on 13/1/2023
Overall, Adobe After Effects is a powerful and versatile tool for creating high-quality animations and visual effects. Its steep learning curve and high cost may be a disadvantage for some, but the software's capabilities and integration with other Adobe programs make it a valuable tool for professionals in the industry.
Pros
One of the biggest pros of After Effects is its versatility. It can be used for a wide range of projects, from simple animations to complex visual effects. The software is also highly customizable, allowing users to create their own effects and templates to save time on future projects.Another pro is the software's integration with other Adobe programs, such as Photoshop and Premiere Pro. This allows for seamless workflow and easy transfer of assets between programs.
Cons
One con of After Effects is that it has a steep learning curve. The software is quite complex and can be overwhelming for beginners. However, there are many tutorials and resources available online to help users learn the program.Another con is the cost. After Effects is part of the Adobe Creative Cloud subscription, which can be quite expensive for individuals or small businesses. However, the subscription also includes access to other Adobe programs, which may justify the cost for some users.
- Industry: Media Production
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
A very effective but flawed editing system
Reviewed on 10/10/2021
Overall I am happy with my experience with after effects it is a high standard video software where the positives out weigh the negatives and I would highly recommend it to anyone who has am interest in upping there editing skills
Pros
This software is straightforward and is able to help create some powerful and industry standard effects the timeline is easy to use good variety of effects and transitions and overall is a good tool to use to improve your video editing
Cons
Although there are loads of positives to this software there are a few drawbacks one mainly being the software constantly crashes upon opening which becomes a bit annoying after a while but also there are times where rendering can take up to an hour just for one scene
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Tough to learn but super powerful!
Reviewed on 28/4/2022
As a professional motion designer, I couldn't do what I do without After Effects. Years of learning and it and I still am discovering new surprises!
Pros
The sky is the limit with After Effects, for motion design. I've been using it for almost a decade now and I'm still learning new ways of doing things. A lot of versatility and endless potential to achieve a certain look or motion or effect.
Cons
It's hard to learn, there's definitely a big learning curve. You gotta really spend some time in it, and dig in to tutorials, to even just scratch the surface.