Canva Video Alternatives in 2026: Options for Small Shops in Singapore and Malaysia

Short answer

Canva is a strong choice if you like starting from a template and arranging things yourself. If you would rather not lay out every scene, or you need short shop videos in more than one language, there are tools built for that. Below are five options, what each is good for, and what they cost as of 18 October 2026.

When Canva is enough, and when it isn't

Canva suits you if you already design your own posters, you have a brand kit set up, and you are happy to drag clips and text into a template.

You may want another tool if:

• You don't have time to arrange scenes and just need a short video of a product or service.
• You want the video narrated or captioned in Malay, Chinese or Thai, not only English.
• You want plenty of AI generation on a free plan. Canva's pricing page lists the free plan at up to 20 Standard or Premium AI uses; "Ultra AI" tools are listed from Pro upwards.

Canva prices for reference (checked 18 October 2026)

• Singapore: Free S$0; Pro S$165 a year; Business S$250 a year per person.
• Malaysia: Free RM0; Pro RM250 a year; Business RM420 a year per person.
• Free: up to 20 Standard or Premium AI uses. Pro: "10x more AI than Canva Free (Premium or Ultra AI)". AI tools share one allowance and use it at different rates.

Source: Canva's Singapore and Malaysia pricing pages.

Five alternatives

1. CapCut

Best for: people who are happy to edit their own clips and want templates, auto captions and effects for TikTok and Reels. Free plan: yes. Paid: CapCut Pro. CapCut says the price depends on your region, device and promotions, so check the upgrade screen in the app for your local price. Keep in mind: you still edit the video yourself.

2. Clipchamp

Best for: a free editor in the browser, especially if you already use Windows or Microsoft 365. Free plan: exports up to 1080p with no watermark, according to Clipchamp's pricing page. Paid: premium features come with Microsoft 365 Personal and Family. Keep in mind: it is an editor; you bring your own footage.

3. InVideo AI

Best for: making a video from a written prompt or script, with stock footage and voiceover. Paid: Starter US$20 a month, or US$10 a month billed yearly, with 400 credits per month (pricing page, 18 October 2026). Keep in mind: it is built around a script, so it helps if you know what you want to say.

4. Pippit

Best for: online sellers turning product links and product photos into ads. Paid: iOS in-app Starter from S$19.00 or RM60.90 a month (checked 15 October 2026). Keep in mind: it focuses on e-commerce listings and ads.

5. ThinkNova

Best for: small shops that want a 15-second shop video or a poster without arranging scenes, in several languages, including English, Chinese, Malay and Thai (check the tool for the current list). How it goes: you pick your trade, add product or service details or photos, choose the output language, and ThinkNova writes the script and makes a 15-second vertical video or a poster. Price: 100 free credits when you sign up. Top-ups start at US$6, and you don't need a subscription. Keep in mind: it makes short shop videos, not long edited films.

Quick comparison

FAQ

Does Canva make videos?

Yes. Canva has a video editor with templates, and AI tools that use a shared monthly AI allowance. The free plan's allowance is small (up to 20 Standard or Premium AI uses), and Ultra AI tools are listed from Pro upwards.

Is there a free alternative to Canva for video?

Clipchamp's free plan exports up to 1080p with no watermark, and CapCut has a free plan. Both are editors, so you still put the video together yourself.

Which option is easiest if I don't want to edit at all?

Tools that build the video for you, such as InVideo AI from a script, or ThinkNova from your shop and product details, need the least editing. Try one video first to see if the style suits your shop.

Can I make the same video in Malay or Chinese?

With an editor such as Canva, CapCut or Clipchamp, you make each language version yourself. ThinkNova can produce the video in several languages, including English, Chinese, Malay and Thai (check the tool for the current list), from the same details. Have someone who speaks the language check the final wording before you post.

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Make your own shop videos and posters at https://thinknova.top/?src=blog_canvaalt. Sign up free and get 100 free credits — enough for your first video. No subscription needed for top-ups. Failed videos are refunded. Questions? WhatsApp +65 8940 1699.

Step-by-step tutorials: thinknova.top/jiaocheng/

Any example videos or input lines on this page are AI examples made on ThinkNova, not real customers. You check prices, offers and wording before you post. No sales results are promised.