If you are running macOS Catalina (10.15.6) and have previously purchased the app, you can redownload the compatible 10.5.4 version from the Purchased tab in the Mac App Store .
Can typically access a 30-day trial via the Apple Creator Studio subscription. Apple Final Cut Pro X 10.5.4 for Mac Free Download
Improved the reliability of playing back high-efficiency formats like H.264 and HEVC media. If you are running macOS Catalina (10
Purchasing a new Mac may still grant a 90-day trial period. Purchasing a new Mac may still grant a 90-day trial period
This version focused primarily on back-end reliability and performance for the then-new Apple Silicon architecture.
As of early 2026, Apple has shifted its 90-day standalone trial toward the Apple Creator Studio bundle.
The standalone version remains available for $299.99 on the Mac App Store. 💻 System Requirements (v10.5.4) Final Cut Pro release notes - Apple Support