There are several disadvantages to After Effects, which is why so many people are in need of an Adobe After Effects alternative. It is a difficult program for beginners to master, so many start off with something easier before moving up to After Effects. The price is another deterrent. It costs $20.99 per month, and most editors will still need separate video editing software to complete their video projects. Some of the options on our list are full video editors that include VFX/motion graphics, but After Effects is purely visual effects software.