CyberLink editing software

CyberLink PowerDirector

Creators cited with it: 2; From 2 reports.
First cited: August 2017; By Mortons on the Move. Last reported 10 months ago.
Reviewers: Praised for value and features; Pushback on ease of use. From 4 reviews. What they said

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Creators cited with this

Roberto BlakeYouTube, 643K followersJanuary 2026
“…like um that was like I was using I was using power uh Cyberlink Power Director before YouTube existed to be honest with you.”
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Mortons on the MoveYouTube, 140K followersAugust 2017
“Power Director editing software”
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What reviewers say

Based on 4 reviews, newest May 2021

What press reviews of the CyberLink PowerDirector judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Value
Features
Performance & stability

Where reviewers push back

Ease of use

FeaturesMostly positive: Leans positive.Very deep feature set, though lacks collaboration and machine learning4 reviews›
Praise (6)
- “The motion- and object-tracking features offer immense control over media that can otherwise be difficult for both filmmakers and viewers.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
- “From multi-cam to motion tracking to H.265, there are very few editing and exporting features you might want that this software doesn't have.”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “As a result, this is the best Windows software out there for 360 video.”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “PowerDirector is an impressive tool, offering pro-level technology and capabilities like multi-cam editing at consumer pricing.”
  PressVideomaker, Doug Dixon · August 2019Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “But the most impressive addition is the MultiCam Designer, which allows you to review up to four camera angles captured from an event.”
  PressVideomaker, Doug Dixon · August 2019Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “Regularly updated presets and effects”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
Complaints (2)
- “It doesn't offer the collaboration or machine learning features present in Adobe's latest offerings”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “Mac version currently lacks Action Camera Center”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
Ease of useSplit: Reviewers are split.Quick editing options, but cluttered, counter-intuitive interface4 reviews›
Praise (4)
- “This feature could not be easier.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
- “There are abundant options for splicing something together quickly and easily with the software's help.”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “Combine clips quickly and easily”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
- “It’s an easy to use entry-level app”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
Complaints (5)
- “it was awkward to learn and took a few tries to get the hang of.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
- “The user interface is not always self-explanatory, and the inclusion of so many features means it can be difficult to find what you want.”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “Somewhat cluttered and inconsistent interface with menus, icons, and buttons”
  PressVideomaker, Doug Dixon · August 2019Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “Upside-down default timeline track order”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
- “a counter-intuitive way to work”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
Performance & stabilityMostly positive: Leans positive.Fast, smooth and stable; one Windows update audio glitch3 reviews›
Praise (4)
- “Performance is top-notch, too.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
- “That quickness mirrors the app's responsiveness to commands throughout the interface and its overall smooth and stable operation.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
- “PowerDirector 16 Ultra also performs well, and we found that it supported every file format we wanted to use.”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “enables you to view edited 4K footage more smoothly”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “one glitch I encountered in my testing was that a Windows 10 update affected critical audio functions, and I wound up having to reinstall the program to get the audio to work again.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
ValueRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Strong value; pro-level features at consumer prices4 reviews›
Praise (5)
- “Even if you're not stepping into the 360-degree arena anytime soon, PowerDirector 16's video collage and advanced color-matching features make it worth the investment.”
  PressTom's Guide, Jackie Dove · November 2017Read the review
- “there's nothing else in this price range that brings you this many well-implemented features.”
  PressPCWorld · February 2018Read the review
- “These consumer prices do not mean consumer limitations, however.”
  PressVideomaker, Doug Dixon · August 2019Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “provides huge value for money”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review
- “it’s well worth subscribing to CyberLink PowerDirector 365”
  PressDigital Camera World, George · May 2021Read the review