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CNET Editors' review
Freemake Video Converter is an application mainly for converting video files to other formats, but offers other converting and downloading features as well.
This application is a worthwhile download. The layout is very simple, making it easy to understand how to use it. Freemake offers a row of media buttons at the top and bottom of the window, which are labeled clearly and are simple to use. It is very easy to navigate the various steps required to convert videos and audio as well as download videos and audio from the Internet. The waiting time varies from one conversion job to the next, depending on the size and type. Converting a t3-minute audio file to MP3 can be done in less than a minute, while converting a 15-minute video to WMV can take over an hour and a half.
The program's Help pages are very good. The tutorials come with a short video as well as images which are very easy to understand. There seem to be a lot of hidden gems in this converter as well, such as a few editing features for videos and the ability to add subtitles to your videos when you rip them from your DVDs. You can also convert photos and have plenty of conversion options.
Freemake Video Converter - Convert video between 250+ video formats and 100+ devices - Download Video Previews:Publisher's Description
From Freemake:
Convert video free between 250+ video formats: AVI, MP4, WMV, MKV, FLV, SWF, MPEG, 3GP, DVD, Blu-ray.
Prepare videos for playback on your gadgets: iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, PSP, PS3, PS Vita, Xbox, Android devices, Nokia, Samsung, and BlackBerry mobiles.
Rip and burn DVD with subtitles. Burn video Blu-ray discs.
Download online videos from YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, 50+ other websites by a quick copypaste of video URL into the program.
Create a custom preset for any mobile phone, tablet or game console.
Convert videos to Flash FLV or SWF and to HTML5 formats. Get ready embed code for web page integration.
Extract sound of the video. Convert YouTube to MP3.
Turn photos & MP3 into slideshows. Create audio visualisations. Upload your videos and slideshows to YouTube from program interface.
Edit videos. Cut unnecessary video parts. Join several videos into one. Rotate videos 90 degrees. Limit output file size.
Convert videos with 10x speed due to CUDA and DXVA support! The program runs under Windows XP/Vista/7 and is optimized for netbooks. It does not have any hidden costs or intrusive advertising.
Freemake Video Converter is ideal for those who seek beauty, efficiency and simplicity in a single free program.
What's new in this version: Version 3.1.1.3 is a bug-fixing release.
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All versions:
4.1 starsout of 564 votes
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Current version:
3.6 starsout of 21 votes
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"just perfect"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
free
fast
supports many files for input and output
has ready-to-use profiles
downloads videos
extracts audio in the original qualityCons
not a single one if your hands are not growing from your bottom
Summary
a very good and helpful tool for everyone who deals with simple video editing. the program works pretty fast and converts all the popular formats. you don't need to deal with 10. 000 settigs, the program will do it for you
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"Best ever!"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
This video converter is awesome! I love its UI, speed and a lot of ready profiles. I ripped all my DVDs to AVI even with subtitles!
Cons
only Windows support
Summary
Can't say more: it's the BEST video converter out there!
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"Warning - Malware!"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
Had to uninstall.
Cons
The program has malware, as identified by my Webroot SecureAnywhere software. The following was the offending item.
c:\users\david_lt\appdata\roaming\opencandy\94351ca83fb946559fe0ef0114b44a4a\scudownloader.exe
Install at your own risk.Summary
I've used Download.com for >10 years. This is the 1st time I've hit malware on any of their downloads.
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"Version 3.1.1.3"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
With all of the converter software out there it all comes down to ease and beauty of the gui. This is the best of both worlds. Friendly gui with great picture icons for beginners, but also customizable for advanced users.A lot of extras such as toolbar and such that I never use, but at least it gives me the option to "uncheck".
Cons
After install is finished an install automatically begins of something called Sendori,never asking you for permission.
Summary
Best I've used so far!
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"Great stuff and totally free. Very easy to use."
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
It's Free! When 10k others cost 20 or more dollars. Converting files is fast and easy at least on my PC. No problems whatsoever. I hope they improve the interface in the future but as is I still like it and will use it to convert all my files.
Cons
Not really any if you are AT ALL COMPETENT in installing your software.
Summary
My oh my you have to be an idiot to accept the toolbars and whatever else people advertise with their software. Seriously, go back to 3rd grade where they teach you to read competently. This installs nothing that will harm your computer. Decline all the ware they offer. That stuff is there because it funds their application. Good god.
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"Malware! Avoid!!"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
not sure about this
Cons
agree with "Moose" above: installs malware, takes over browsers, redirects DNS, definitely skip this one!
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"useful tool"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
easy to use and supported video downloading
Cons
nice freeware but bundle toolbar
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"Best Video Converter. 100% Safe & Secure to USE"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
Safe, fast, converts dozens of video formast and burns my DVDs for FREE!
There are no trojans, spyware or any viruses! I've check it before download and still converting I have no virus notifications.
Freemake Video Converter works as promised. I've converted with Freemake about 40 videos and each video was converter right. I had no bugs, blurred videos or problems with playback on my DVD.Cons
I wish they had Mac version too. It's for Windows XP, Vista and 7 only.
Summary
Freemake Video Converter is the safe way to watch video on any device or format.
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"Works great"
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
Very easy to use and supports a large number of formats.
Cons
None so far.
Summary
Great conversion software. It didn't install any other software or take over anything as reported by other users.
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"WARNING: Packed with Bloatware & hijacks your browsers."
Version: Freemake Video Converter 3.1.1.3
Pros
Vidoe conversion seems to work although not fast
Cons
You will want to uninstall it before you even get to the video conversion - the bloatware & browser hijack are MAJOR turnoffs.
Summary
Avoid! Use Handbrake instead.
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