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Convert VOB to AVI

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Is it possible to convert VOB to AVI?
Yes - VOB converts to AVI.

You can do it right here with our free converter - no sign-up, and your file is deleted right after.

The fastest path is to upload your VOB above - it is free and your file is deleted after converting. Be aware that re-encoding always causes some quality loss, since VOB already contains compressed MPEG-2 video.

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Also to AVI: MPEG4 · WLMP · MXF

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Why convert VOB to AVI?

VOB is the video container used on DVD discs and is not accepted by many older editors and portable players that were built around .AVI. Converting lets those tools open the footage without plug-ins or workarounds. For modern projects MP4 is usually a better target - smaller files and wider support - but AVI is the right choice when a specific device or program demands it.

How to convert VOB to AVI

VLC media player FREE

Go to Media > Convert/Save, add the VOB or VIDEO_TS folder, set an AVI-compatible profile, and click Start.

AviDemux OPEN-SOURCE

Open the VOB in AviDemux, set output format to AVI with MPEG-4 video and MP3 audio, then save.

Freemake Video Converter FREE

Add the VOB file, choose AVI as the output format, and click Convert.

Command line - ffmpeg CLI

Convert a single VOB with ffmpeg -i VTS_01_1.VOB -c:v libxvid -q:v 3 -c:a libmp3lame -q:a 4 output.avi.

Programs that convert VOB

ConvertXtoDVD
DVD Ripper+Video Converter Ultimate
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Movavi VideoSuite Personal
SUPER
AviDemux
Freemake Video Converter
Movavi Video Converter Personal

About these formats

.VOB DVD Video Object File

A VOB (DVD Video Object) file is the container that stores the actual video, audio, and subtitles on a DVD disc. VLC media player opens VOB files for free on Windows, macOS, and Linux. To…

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.AVI Audio Video Interleave

An AVI file is a video container created by Microsoft in 1992. To open one, use VLC media player - it includes the DivX/Xvid codecs old AVIs need and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android…

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Quality & what to watch

  • DVDs split films across multiple VOB files (~1 GB each); open the full VIDEO_TS folder in VLC or use ffmpeg's concat input rather than converting a single part, or you will only get a portion of the movie.
  • Subtitle streams (subpicture bitmaps) do not carry into AVI - use MKV as the output format if you need to keep subtitle tracks.
  • Re-encoding always reduces quality slightly; for best results use a high-quality encoder setting such as ffmpeg -q:v 2.

Frequently asked questions

Does HandBrake convert VOB to AVI?
No. HandBrake removed AVI output in version 0.9.4 (2009). Use ffmpeg or our free converter above for AVI output.
Why does my converted AVI only cover part of the movie?
DVDs split long films across several VOB files. Convert the full VIDEO_TS folder or use ffmpeg's concat input to get the complete film in one output file.
Will I lose quality converting VOB to AVI?
Yes - VOB already contains compressed MPEG-2 video, so any re-encode adds generation loss. Use a high-quality encoder setting to keep degradation minimal.
Is converting a commercial DVD's VOB files legal?
Home-made and unprotected DVDs are generally fine to convert. Commercial DVDs use CSS encryption; bypassing it may violate copyright law in your country.