HandBrake

HandBrake is a free and open-source app that allows you to convert video files into virtually any format, choosing from a huge variety of modern codecs. The program, first released in 2003 with the main goal of making the DVD ripping process easier, continues to receive updates on a regular basis. And this is all thanks to the team of volunteers keeping it going.

A large number of supported formats

HandBrake supports virtually any video file you can store on a hard drive, as well as any DVD or BluRay (as long as they are not copy-protected). This tool allows you to work with any movie in MP4, MKV or WebM, the most common formats. For your output files, the program allows you to choose between various video codecs, including AV1, H.265 and H.264, MPEG-4 and MPEG-2, VP8 and VP9. And, of course, you can also choose from a handful of audio codecs: AAC / HE-AAC, MP3, FLAC, AC3, E-AC3, Opus and Vorbis.

A great number of presets to choose from

The ability to use presets is what makes HandBrake a very interesting tool. These presets are essentially combinations of audio and video codecs, along with specific resolutions and formats, pre-designed to fit perfectly on different devices. This means you can convert any video or movie so that it can be viewed perfectly on an Android device at 1080p, on a PlayStation 4 at 720p, or on an Amazon Fire device at 2160p. You will also find presets for different qualities (including professional production).

Create your own settings and options

Although presets are very convenient, many users prefer to maintain full control over any conversion or modification of a movie. That's why HandBrake allows you to manually adjust each and every parameter of a video file. You can choose the exact dimensions, audio and video codecs, subtitle tracks, chapter distribution, output format, and much more.

Preview before modifying

Once your changes have been made, you will be able to see a preview of the video before you proceed to render the final output file, which will be saved in the path you have defined. This means you won't have to wait several minutes for the process to finish only to then find out that you are not satisfied with the result. Thanks to the preview, if you aren't happy with something, you can modify it before committing to any changes.

The best way to convert audio and video codecs

Download HandBrake if you need a tool to convert your video files in a comfortable, fast and efficient way. One of the best pieces of software of its kind, allowing you to rip a DVD or BluRay, as well as convert a movie stored on your hard disk to any other format you find more comfortable.