Shame the interface is so sparse.

And there are plenty of options out there, such as XMedia Recode.

Weve tested thebest free video converters, but how does XMedia Recode in the field?

XMedia Recode during our review process

XMedia Recode can convert to so many video formats

We took the software for a test run to find out.

Its free to download, and free to use.

you could download XMedia Recode by clickinghere.

XMedia Recode during our review process

You can choose a file stored on your computer, or an unprotected DVD or Blu-ray disc

Thats quite an arsenal, so lets head over to the XMedia Recode page to download the latest version.

Everything is very utilitarian.

It does the job, but even finding your way around at first can be a tad tricky.

XMedia Recode during our review process

You can customize all available parameters and save them as unique settings

For instance there is no Start button.

There are dozens there which are bound to meet your requirements.

Still, its there if you want it, although we suspect not many will.

XMedia Recode during our review process

We found the encoding to be fast and extremely accurate

Once you get used to working with XMedia Recode youll find you might whizz through the formatting process.

We found the results, even using the default controls, to be fast, and of great quality.

for each and every file you put it through.

Should I buy?

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