CNET Editors' review
This video splitter, merger, and format converter has an interface that looks like it hasn't aged since 1997. Fortunately, it's been laid out in a clean, legible manner, and that goes a long way toward usability.
WM Converter deftly handles conversion to WMV and QT formats from most of the major standards. These are preformatted for the Zune and the iPod, which means that the predefined bitrate will seems low for desktop use of the output files. Batch conversions are no problem for this Ugly Duckling of an app, and the merging tool was effective during our tests, as well. The program can also extract audio tracks from videos and record them as MP3s.
Although the interface is readable, a cleaner layout would be really helpful in identifying the various conversion buttons and other options. We would also like to see more customization choices in future editions.
Publisher's Description
From All Alex:
Easy to use video/audio converter with split and merge options for most popular media formats. Convert your FLV recordings to iPod , iPhone, Zune, DVD formats, convert MPEG2 camera movies to smaller WMV or MP4 files, convert audio CD's to MP3 or extract audio tracks from your videos in MP3 format. Multiple files conversion. Does not make any changes to your computer settings.
What's new in this version: Improved conversion for all file formats.
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"Only True FREE Full-Up Video Converter/DVD Ripper!!!"
Version: WM Converter 4.1
Pros
Very Capable Video Converter
Can Rip DVD VIDEO_TS/VTS_01_1.VOB, etc. files
NO max time limit on conversion or ripping
Not one of those FALSE Freeware Utilities
NO commercials, or never-ending sign-up remindersCons
None... even criticism of simple GUI is not valid
This old-time program works as freeware, unlike competitors...Summary
Don't look at number of downloads for other ripping or video conversion /w. THis oldy, but goody still way better in my opinion
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"Best Converter I have ever used Works Great"
Version: WM Converter 4.1
Pros
Converts to all types with no problem
Cons
None that I have found
Summary
Best converter I ever used.I'm suprised that it isn't more popular.Does what it says and easy to use.
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