The best alternative to GoPro Quik
for AI surf video editing
GoPro Quik is great for action sports, but it doesn't understand surfing. Get AI that knows a barrel from a wipeout.
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GoPro Quik vs Surf Buddy Shorts
See why surfers are choosing Surf Buddy Shorts
| Feature |  GoPro Quik |  Surf Buddy Share |
|---|---|---|
| Wave recognition | ||
| Automatic best wave selection | ||
| Removes paddling/waiting | Manual | Automatic |
| Surfer tracking | Generic motion | Surf-optimized |
| Vertical format output | ||
| Platform-specific exports | Limited | |
| Batch processing | ||
| Learning curve | Low | None |
| GoPro footage support | ||
| Any camera footage |
Why GoPro Quik Doesn't Work for Surf Videos
You're not alone in feeling these frustrations
No Wave Understanding
Quik picks "exciting" moments based on motion and speed, not actual wave quality. It can't tell a clean barrel from messy whitewater.
Manual Selection Still Needed
You still have to browse through clips and choose which waves to include. Quik just makes the editing faster, not automatic.
Generic Action Sports Focus
Quik is built for skiing, biking, and general action - not optimized for the unique patterns of surfing.
How Surf Buddy Shorts Solves These Problems
Built specifically for AI surf video editing
AI Wave Recognition
Our AI knows surfing. It recognizes wave quality, riding style, and the difference between a barrel and a closeout.
- Trained specifically on surf footage
- Recognizes wave sections and maneuvers
- Knows a barrel from a wipeout
Automatic Highlight Selection
Your best rides are picked for you. No scrubbing through footage, no choosing clips - just upload and get shorts.
- AI selects top moments automatically
- Ranks waves by quality
- Filters out paddling and waiting
Surf-Specific Optimization
Built for surfers, by surfers. Every feature is designed around how surfers actually create and share content.
- Vertical format for social media
- Optimized clip pacing for surf
- Works with any camera setup
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Platform Ready
Optimized for TikTok, Reels & Shorts
AI-Powered
Smart wave detection & editing
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Surf Buddy Shorts work with GoPro footage?
Absolutely! Surf Buddy Shorts works with any footage including GoPro. You can use your existing GoPro setup and get better results than Quik for surf-specific content.
Is Quik better for non-surfing content?
Quik is a great general-purpose action sports editor. If you're editing skiing, biking, or mixed content, it's solid. But for surf-specific editing, our AI understanding of waves makes a huge difference.
Can I use both?
Yes! Some users use Quik for quick general edits and Surf Buddy Shorts specifically for their surf content. Different tools for different needs.
Do I need to cancel Quik to use Surf Buddy?
No, Quik is free with GoPro cameras. You can keep using it for other content while using Surf Buddy Shorts for your surf videos.
How accurate is the wave detection?
Our AI has been trained on thousands of hours of surf footage. It consistently finds the best waves and filters out the boring parts - paddling, sitting, wipeouts you'd rather forget.
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