4Videosoft HD Converter for Windows

4Videosoft HD Converter lets you take any of your favorite videos and convert them into an HD format that's compatible with any kind of device. Through this app's intuitive interface, you can quickly add the videos you want to convert, set your preferences, and before you know it, you'll have some crisp, HD videos to enjoy.

Pros

Accessible interface: The clear and streamlined appearance of this app's interface makes the program and its features accessible to users of all experience levels. A large button in the upper left lets you quickly add files from your computer, and options for output formats and destination folders are clearly marked at the bottom of the interface. There is also a preview window on the right-hand side of the screen, so you can see what you're converting before you begin.

Output options: This program offers many different output options, and they're organized by device. Options include Sony Devices, Game Hardware, Portable Multimedia, Zune, Android, Apple Devices, and more. Each of these menu selections opens another pop-up menu with compatible formats for the selected device type.

Cons

Trial limitations: The free trial version of this app only allows you to convert five minutes of a longer clip or half of a clip that's less than five minutes. This gives you a good sense of how the controls work, but it doesn't let you test how the program does with larger files or how long different types of conversions actually take.

Bottom Line

4Videosoft HD Converter performs impressively, and its well-designed interface only enhances the user experience. It's definitely worth checking out for free, and if you decide you'd like the full version, it costs $35.

Editors' note: This is a review of the trial version of 4Videosoft HD Converter 5.0.50.