Multimedia (6079 programs)

Pros: Lots of filters and effects. Customisable interface.

Cons: A little daunting for beginners..

Pros: Quickly select from a wide range of effects. Apply multiple effects.

Cons: Only undoes last effect. No editing functions.

Pros: Lots of cool effects. Includes lots of nice built-in clips.

Cons: Takes a while to learn.

Pros: Customisable toolbar. Supports lots of languages.

Cons: Translations aren't completely accurate.

Pros: Make Vista/XP/Mac buttons with no programming knowledge. Produces really professional results for websites.

Cons: No wizards to take you through it. Free version doesn't allow access to theme editor.

Pros: Very complete, many options available. Standalone application.

Cons: Not easy for novice users.

Pros: Surprising results. Good range of different voices.

Cons: Few background sounds.

Pros: Easy to use. Several working modes. Includes tutorial and manual.

Cons: Image processing can be quite slow.

Pros: Supports multiple file formats. Runs and loads quickly. Intuitive interface. Supports batch processing.

Cons: Doesn’t edit text files. Doesn’t work if extensions are changed.

Pros: Turns photos into moving images. Easy to use.

Cons: Results are similar to a slideshow. Editing features are extremely limited.

Pros: Allows you to print several images on one page. Saves paper and time. Easy to use.

Cons: Doesn't offer photo editing options except headers/footers.

Pros: Displays the album covers of your favourite songs. Works quickly and integrates well with iTunes.

Cons: Doesn't always display the right songs.

Pros: Feels like natural, real painting. Good selection of brushes. Comes with a quick-start guide.

Cons: Only comes included with basic tools. Drawing tablet advisable.

Pros: Fantastic sharing options. Advanced effect options. Security features - password, restrictions etc..

Cons: Effects not very fun.

Pros: Compresses DVD's to around 10% of original size. Automatic shutdown option when complete.

Cons: H.264 format not widely supported yet.

Pros: Cheap solution to video editing. Relatively easy to use. Great morphing tool.

Cons: Prone to bugs and crashes still. Limited compared to major video editors.