Summary
Tropic Colour is an established store selling LUTs, film textures, transitions and title tools to editors and filmmakers. If you want to compare it with other options, the stores editors usually look at are MoonBear, AcidBite, Happy Editing and Bryan Delimata. Each one leans toward a different kind of work, so the right pick depends on what you edit and which app you edit in.
What Is Tropic Colour?
Tropic Colour sells digital assets for video editors: cinematic LUTs, film textures and overlays, transitions and title tools. It was one of the stores that made "cinematic asset packs" a category, and plenty of working editors use its packs.
MoonBear has worked with Tropic Colour before. Our MONEY FX transitions were made in collaboration with them. This page is a list of where else to look when Tropic Colour doesn't have the exact look, format or price you need.
How to Compare Asset Stores
Before buying from any store, check four things on the product page.
- Which apps it works in. A pack built as .mogrt files won't open in Final Cut Pro. A Motion template won't open in Premiere. Look for your app by name.
- What's actually in the download. Count the presets, clips or LUTs, and check the resolution. "100+ overlays" in 1080p is a different product from 40 in 4K.
- Whether fonts are included. Title presets often need fonts installed first. If they aren't included, budget for them.
- The licence. Most stores allow commercial use in your own videos and client work, but read the store's licence page to be sure, especially for broadcast or paid ads.
Tropic Colour Alternatives
1. MoonBear
MoonBear makes title presets, LUTs, film effects, overlays and fonts for Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve and Final Cut Pro. Title presets are what most people come to us for. Replica 3 has 81 title presets, and COSMOS is 20 cinematic text presets and a good place to start. For colour, CINEFILM is our film look LUT pack and Apple Log LUTs convert iPhone log footage to Rec.709.
A good fit for music video and short film editors who want titles that look like real movie titles.
2. AcidBite
AcidBite sells grunge textures, overlays and CRT elements with a rough, experimental style.
A good fit for music videos and brand films that want a rough, loud look.
3. Happy Editing
Happy Editing sells LUTs and editing bundles, including 16mm film and thermal looks.
A good fit for editors who want a specific film stock or stylised colour look.
4. Bryan Delimata
Bryan Delimata sells editing packs, LUTs and presets built around his own colour style.
A good fit for filmmakers who want one person's specific look.
Quick Comparison
| Store | Known for | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| MoonBear | Title presets, film LUTs, fonts | Music video and short film titles |
| AcidBite | Gritty overlays and textures | Experimental and music video work |
| Happy Editing | Film look and stylised LUTs | Specific film stock looks |
| Bryan Delimata | A single creator's colour style | Filmmakers after one specific look |
| Tropic Colour | Large catalog, established brand | Editors who already use it |
FAQ
Q: Is Tropic Colour legit?
A: Yes. It's a real company that has sold assets to editors for years. This page is for people comparing options.
Q: What's the best Tropic Colour alternative for title presets?
A: For titles, MoonBear is the one to look at. COSMOS is the easiest place to start and Replica 3 is the full set.
Q: Do these packs work in DaVinci Resolve and Final Cut Pro?
A: It depends on the pack. Check the product page for your app by name before buying.
Q: Can I use them in client work?
A: Usually yes, but licences differ between stores. Read the licence page for the store you're buying from.