VN Video Editor for iPhone

Quick summary

VN Video Editor (from Ubiquiti Labs, LLC) is a free, mobile-first video editor for smartphones and tablets. It combines a clean, beginner-friendly interface with a suite of tools that can handle everything from fast social clips to more polished, professional work.

How it helps you edit on the go

Smartphone cameras now capture excellent footage, but small tweaks are often needed before posting or sharing. VN lets you make those last-minute adjustments directly on your device—no desktop required. The app is designed to be approachable for newcomers while still offering depth for experienced editors.

Core editing functions

• Trim, split, and merge clips with simple gestures
• Zoomable timeline for precise navigation to exact timestamps
• Remove or rearrange video tracks quickly
• Insert and balance music or audio tracks with ease
• Create a still frame (freeze) and export it as an image
• Apply keyframe-based animations with a choice of 19 effect presets
• Use color grading tools for accurate exposure and hue adjustments
• Import and edit HDR footage when available

Professional-level features (highlights in a different order)

• Fine-grain color correction and grading controls for cinematic looks
• Support for keyframe animation to add motion and polish
• HDR video compatibility to retain wider dynamic range
• Export a frame as a still image via freeze-frame
• Add and mix audio tracks, including background music
• Delete or reorder clips and tracks in multi-layer projects
• Precise timeline zooming to jump to exact frames and edits
• Standard clip operations: split, trim, and combine segments

Verdict and recommendation

VN Video Editor stands out for balancing an intuitive layout with capabilities often found in desktop software. There’s a learning curve to unlock its more advanced tools, but the effort pays off. If you want a mobile editor that scales from quick edits to more refined projects, VN is worth trying.