Alternatives. What could replace Red Giant Universe?
Motion Bro3.6/5 · Very goodFreeFree plugin for After Effects and Premiere Pro giving one-click access to paid transition and preset packs.
Animation Composer 33.4/5 · GoodFree, then from €14.17/moAnimation Composer is a Mister Horse plugin for After Effects and Premiere Pro that provides a browsable library of animation presets, free with 1,000+ assets or $16.50/month (annual) for 6,000+.Alternatives pricing
Other direct substitutes
Magic BulletA color grading and film emulation plugin for video editors, bundled inside the Red Giant Complete subscription at an unpublished price.- Red GiantRed Giant is a professional suite of 50+ VFX and motion design plugins created by Maxon for After Effects, Premiere Pro, and video apps. Includes Trapcode (particles, lens flares, lights), Universe (transitions, effects), color tools, and specialized toolsets. Ships with monthly updates and Maxon Studio (templates).
- TrapcodeA Red Giant tool family for particles and motion graphics in After Effects.
- VFX SuiteA Red Giant family for keying, tracking, cleanup and effects compositing.