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Video (200 programs)

  1. PROS: Converts to most popular formats. Supports a wide range of camcorders. Batch conversion. Burn converter files to DVD.
    CONS: Does not convert non-camcorder formats. Cannot choose output codec, only target device. Doesn't support all camcorders. Unstable when settings are changed from default.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Free to download and use. Contains a number of unique editing features.
    CONS: Plagued with pop-up ads. Heavy emphasis on in-app purchases.
  3. PROS: A fully functional movie database tailored to your own personal collection. Export/import tools mean you can take it with you on the go. Customise your own categories and titles. Also covers your TV shows and series.
    CONS: No video download tool; only useful for cataloguing your existing content. You're paying for information that can easily be found for free online. Few people have a large enough offline database to make good use of it. Requires Internet connection to collect film data.
  4. PROS: Easy to use interface. Suited to beginners. Pre-made templates. Stabilize shaky footage with ease.
    CONS: Lacks some advanced editing tools. Has some stability issues. Resource intensive. Transition effects can be problematic at times.
  5. PROS: Record all/part of your screen. Simple and fast sharing system. Record up to 60 min of screen video per month. The application lives in your menu bar for easy access.
    CONS: Limited recording time. Uploading of video file can be laggy, dependent on your internet connection. No advanced features like markup etc. Video quality can be improved.
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Easy to use. Deleted files can be recreated if needed. Extremely efficient. Responsive developer.
    CONS: Files larger than 100MB warrant manual deletion. File name errors. Eats into your computer’s memory. Requires a 64-bit computer.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Fast file transfers. Can track multiple cameras. Fairly easy to use. Great with some models.
    CONS: Struggles with host devices. Very camera-specific. Lots of wasted interface space. Poor connection with some models.
  8. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Can be integrated with built-in OS applications. Works with most video formats. Maintains quality and aspect ratio. Application can be used by both professional and novice users.
    CONS: Application has limited functionality. The app cannot be used with VOB files. The application can be slow at times. No regular updates are available for the app.
  9. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Works as advertised. Supports different file types. Saves you time. Responsive tech support.
    CONS: Doesn’t work within iTunes. Can be a bit more user-friendly. User interface could be better. Needs a 64-bit processor.
  10. PROS: Videos can be converted, cropped and merged. Allows audio tracks to be extracted. Does not leave watermarks on converted videos. Offers support for multiple languages.
    CONS: YouTube video conversions are unreliable. Fewer editing options than rival products. Only supports a small number of video websites. Unable to convert from encrypted DVDs.
  11. PROS: Convert your homemade DVDs to six different file types. Preview your conversion before starting it. Alter the output settings. Adjust brightness, contrast, hue and video saturation.
    CONS: Has a habit of crashing after startup. Cannot RIP a DVD if it has a scratch. Explanations on how to personalize videos are not present. Offers little customization regarding output quality.
  12. PROS: Fast conversion speed. Supports a vast number of file formats. Retains video quality. Can be used by both novices and power users.
    CONS: Application is resource intensive. Only suited to 64-bit architecture. Getting to know your way around can be challenging at first. No ability to share converted files directly with the app.
  13. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  14. PROS: Simple, easy-to-use interface. Minimal system demands. Convenient downloading of YouTube videos. Thumbnail image is a handy visual reminder.
    CONS: Relatively limited feature set. Annoying bundled software installation.
  15. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Intuitive to use. Various output formats available. Hardware acceleration support.
    CONS: Limited editing tools and options.
  16. PROS: Does exactly what it claims to do. Very simple, easy to use interface. Very fast at splitting videos. Supports almost all video codecs.
    CONS: No extras or additional features. Can't add new pins by just clicking on timeline. Users report issues splitting videos with title tracks. Does not support saving directly to cloud storage.
  17. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Converts a huge number of video formats. Optimize files for specific devices.
    CONS: Cannot convert videos directly from the internet. No option for burning converted video files to discs.
  18. PROS: Fixes files before conversion. Supports multiple file formats. A video editor is built in. Converts files by type of device.
    CONS: Converted videos cannot be streamed to a TV. Conversions may take some time. Quality may take a hit after conversion. Converted videos cannot be directly transferred to a mobile device.
  19. PROS: Easy to use interface. Supports batch uploading of videos. Allows you to edit the properties of multiple videos in one click. Manage multiple playlists from one application.
    CONS: Upload speeds can be slow at times. Upload status indicators can be confusing. At times app may have window sizing issues. No regular updates.
  20. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple cutting process. Built-in video merging tool. Supports multiple file formats. Lossless video cutting and video merging.
    CONS: Only works with geometries popular in 2011. No other editing tools. Often crashes or freezes.

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