For fast, quality-preserving cuts, LosslessCut is your best bet. It uses FFmpeg to trim video without re-encoding, preserving the original quality.
If you are a student, teacher, or affiliated with an educational institution, check the developer's website for discount programs. Educational discounts frequently slash premium prices by 50% or more.
What (YouTube, weddings, short films) do you edit? What is your ideal budget for editing software?