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Convert MKV to VOB

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Last verified Oct 2026

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How to convert MKV to VOB

  1. Add your .MKV file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
  2. Convert it to .VOB in a few seconds.
  3. Download your new .VOB file.

What to expect

  • Re-encoding is mandatory - MKV usually holds H.264 or H.265 video, while VOB requires MPEG-2, so quality always drops and file sizes are often larger than the source.
  • DVD-Video caps resolution at 720×480 (NTSC) or 720×576 (PAL), so any HD or 4K MKV is scaled down.
  • VOB files only work as part of a complete VIDEO_TS folder (with .ifo and .bup files); copying a single VOB alone will not play on a standalone DVD player.

Frequently asked questions

Can I convert MKV to VOB without re-encoding?
No. MKV typically stores H.264 or H.265 video, while VOB requires MPEG-2 - these are different codecs, so transcoding is unavoidable.
Will the VOB file play in VLC?
Yes, VLC plays single VOB files directly. A standalone DVD player needs the complete VIDEO_TS folder structure (VOB + IFO + BUP files), not just one file.
How long does conversion take?
Typically 30-90 minutes for a 90-minute MKV on a modern CPU, since the entire video is re-encoded from scratch to MPEG-2.
What happens to the audio and subtitles?
The first audio track is re-encoded to AC-3 (Dolby Digital); text-based subtitles (SRT, ASS) are converted to image-based DVD subtitles inside the VOB - check your authoring tool to confirm the correct tracks are selected.
Learn about the formats: .MKV · .VOB
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