


Not only does Handbrake provide extensive options for pixel perfectionists, but it comes with a really useful stack of presets that provide one-click access to common formats. However, the open-source software comes into its own when converting home-made Blu-rays and DVDs, or videos downloaded from the internet to a format compatible with your smartphone or tablet. The app certainly is: it’s a fantastic tool for ripping DVDs (or other kinds of video disc) or converting audio or video files from one format to another - although we should mention that HandBrake is not compatible with copyright-protected DVDs. Available for Mac, Windows and Linux, Handbrake is a great choice for anyone who works on multiple platforms, but is also great for anyone who is dedicated to Windows.
