Top DVD Converters: Which One Do You Like Best?

While all DVD converters have the same core functionality – the ability to convert DVD to popular format of videos, like MP4, AVI, etc. – there is some variance in regards to conversion speed and quality, features, supported output, ease of use, etc. We looked for conversion applications that are easy to use, offer useful features and top video quality and conversion speed, as well as supplementary help and support to ensure that you can get technical support through either online resources or direct customer service from the manufacturer. Now we can just have a brief glance at the comparison of some top DVD Converters.rn1. HandBrake Pros: For a free app, the quality of video conversion was outstanding. Easy to use. Batch processing manages wait time. No watermarks. You can convert directly from the DVD drive on the PC, or from a folder on your drive. Cons: It takes about 2-3 times the length of the video to do a conversion. Batch processing available. Previewing files is clunky as it does a mini-conversion for 10 seconds. Summary: Although it takes time to convert files (double to triple the time of the video), the application will allow you to batch process conversions. What a great way to make movie files from your own collection to take with you while traveling. Along with a free decoder app like DVD43, even protected DVD's from your own collection can be converted. It is easy to use this application, even being a beginner, I got the job done. I tried AVS Video as a trial, and the quality of converted video was poor and the watermark annoying. I use a PC with Windows7, and had no problems.rn2. Aiseesoft DVD Ripper Pros: It supports an array of formats and devices and delivers top speed and video quality. Cons: DVD Ripper lacks direct support; only technical support is available via email. Summary: For anyone who wants to convert their favorite DVDs to the more versatile and portable MP4 format, the Aiseesoft DVD Ripper application is hard to beat. It's the only MP4 conversion application we reviewed that boasts every feature, output format and preset device we sought in DVD to MP4 converter software. More importantly, Aiseesoft DVD Ripper offers superior conversion speed and quality that enables a rapid MP4 conversion while retaining the quality of the original DVD. However, when it comes to contacting Aiseesoft directly, the company – not surprisingly – doesn’t offer many options. Direct technical support is only available via email, and there is no online contact form or toll-free telephone number listed.rn3. ConvertXtoDVD Pros: Very simple to operate; provides great output quality in conversions; supports a wide variety of formats; many options to customize your DVD Cons: Conversion can take a long time; customization options are difficult to browse. Summary: It allows individuals to transfer and backup the movies of their choice to the DVD and therefore be able to enjoy watching them on any DVD player without encountering any problem at all. It shows quality videos together with enhanced sounds. But ConvertXtoDVD ONLY converts to DVD. I know it sounds obvious, but it will not convert your files to any other format such as PSP, Ipod, iPhone ect. I know, it’s a crying shame.rn4. Any DVD Coneverter Professional Pros: A reliable converter focused on just a few output options; great when you need to make multiple segments from one movie; delivers decent conversion speed and quality (1:5 speed ratio, meaning it can convert five minutes of video in approximately one minute); ideal for merging separate home video clips Cons: Customization features are a bit lacking. Summary: It is an all-in-one DVD ripper, DVD burner, video converter and audio extractor, which can easily rip DVD and convert video to popular video formats including AVI, WMV, FLV, SWF, MP4, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, 3GP and 3G2, as well as rip DVD and convert video to videos playable on portable media players including iPod, iPhone, Apple TV, PSP, PS3, Walkman, iRiver PMP, Archos, Sansa View, Creative Zen, Zune, Xbox 360 and all kinds of mobile phones such as Nokia N-series, Gphone, BlackBerry etc. Unique to the layout of the software is its list of mobile devices in the left sidebar. Click on one of the listed devices, and you can easily see a list of the previously converted files that are compatible with the selected device. This makes the software more accessible since users don't have to know much about various formats. It is clearly a mediocre conversion application. It doesn't offer the diverse features found on our top DVD to MP4 converters, but a rapid conversion speed and a clean, simple user interface make the software definitely worth a look.rnConclusion From above we can see that if you just need to simply convert DVD to mp4 and make movies from your own collections, you may just try the Handbrake Freeware. But if you need a professional application to rip DVD to different video formats or directly to various portable devices, as well as convert videos, extract audios from DVD/videos, burn video clips to DVDs, etc. Any DVD Converter Professional, with all the functions, is the best choice for you.