Best HandBrake Alternatives
The top-ranked HandBrake alternative is FFmpeg (Open Source). The best free option is VLC Media Player (open source).
HandBrake is a free, open-source video transcoder, but users seek alternatives for broader format support, faster batch conversion, easier interfaces, or additional editing features. Some want commercial tools with support and presets.
1Powerful open-source command-line toolkit for converting and processing video and audio.
2Free, open-source media player that plays virtually any file or stream.
3Shutter Encoder
FreeFree, comprehensive media converter built on FFmpeg with a friendly interface.
Wondershare UniConverter
PaidAll-in-one video converter, compressor and editor with fast conversion.
Any Video Converter
FreemiumVideo converter supporting many formats with basic editing and DVD tools.
Freemake Video Converter
FreemiumEasy Windows converter supporting hundreds of formats and devices.
MakeMKV
FreemiumTool for converting DVDs and Blu-rays into MKV files preserving quality.
Movavi Video Converter
PaidFast, user-friendly converter for video, audio and images with presets.
XMedia Recode
FreeFree Windows converter with extensive codec and format options.
Avidemux
Open SourceFree, open-source tool for simple cutting, filtering, and encoding.
CloudConvert
FreemiumOnline converter supporting a wide range of video, audio and document formats.
VidCoder
Open SourceWindows video encoder built on the HandBrake engine with an alternative UI.
HandBrake alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to HandBrake?
FFmpeg is ranked first on this list (Open Source). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to HandBrake?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are FFmpeg, VLC Media Player and Shutter Encoder.
Which HandBrake alternatives work on Mac?
FFmpeg, VLC Media Player, Shutter Encoder and Wondershare UniConverter run on macOS.
Which HandBrake alternatives work on Linux?
FFmpeg, VLC Media Player, Shutter Encoder and MakeMKV run on Linux.
Are there HandBrake alternatives for Android?
Yes: VLC Media Player have Android apps.
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