HandBrake
A video transcoder to convert video from one format to another, and to rip CD/DVD to popular video formats.
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| + | Video Conversion | Converts videos to modern formats like MP4, MKV, or WebM. |
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| + | Compress Video Size | Reduces video file size for easier storage and sharing |
| + | Add Subtitles | Include subtitles in your videos |
| + | Batch Processing | Convert multiple videos at once |
| + | Presets | Simplified settings for common uses (e.g., mobile devices). |
| + | Chapter Markers | Add navigation points within the video |
| + | Video Editing | Crop videos, remove unwanted parts, and enhance old videos |
| + | Remove Comb Artifacts | Fix issues due to telecine and interlacing. |
| + | Audio Options | Pass-Through Audio (keep audio intact without conversion), Downmix Surround Sound (convert discrete surround sound to stereo), and adjust audio levels |
| + | Subtitles Management | Burn-in subtitles or manage existing ones |
| + | Preview Window | See your edits before finalizing the conversion |
| - | Learning Curve | For new users, the options and settings might require some time to understand |
| - | Slower Conversion Times | Converting large or complex video files can be time-consuming |
| - | Limited Editing Features | Cannot edit videos beyond basic cropping and chapter markers. |
| • | Not for DRM-Protected Files | DRM (Digital Rights Management) encrypted files are incompatible |
| • | No Copy Protection Bypass | Adheres to copyright laws and cannot bypass copy protection |
System Requirements
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| 2 | Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon X2, or better |
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| 5 | 1024x768 or better |
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| 2 | Intel Core 2 Duo or better
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| 2 | Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon X2, or better |
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| 5 | 1024x768 or better (higher if running in High-DPI Mode, above 96 DPI or 100%) |
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| 4 | 1024x768 minimum, proportionately higher with display scaling |
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| 2 | macOS 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina |
| 3 | Windows 8.1, Windows 10 |
| 4 | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 or later |
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| 4 | 1280x960 minimum, proportionately higher with display scaling. |
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| 2 | macOS 12 Monterey, 11 Big Sur, 10.15 Catalina |
| 3 | Windows 10, 11 (HandBrake 1.4.x will still run on Windows 7 and 8.1. You will receive a notice stating it is not supported when starting the app (twice) after which it will continue to run normally. Some functionality may not work correctly on these older, unsupported Windows versions.) |
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| 2 | Depends on settings used but as a general guide:
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| 4 | 1280x960 minimum, proportionately higher with display scaling. |
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| 3 | Windows 10, 11 |
| 4 | Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime 6.0.x |
Ratings
4.055
| CNET | 3.55 based on 155 reviews |
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| TechRadar | 4.05 based on professional's opinion |
| TechSpot | 4.55 based on 14 reviews |
Developer
Written in
C, C#, Objective-C, Python
Initial Release
24 August 2003