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Convert VOB to MP4

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Verified by Adam B.· reviewed by FE Editorial ·updated Sep 10, 2026
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Is it possible to convert VOB to MP4?
Yes - VOB converts to MP4.

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 to the converter above or open the VIDEO_TS folder in HandBrake and export as MP4. Re-encoding compresses MPEG-2 video into H.264, shrinking files by 60-70%; you will not gain sharpness beyond the original DVD resolution.

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Also to MP4: AVCHD · USM · MXF

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Last verified Sep 2026

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Why convert VOB to MP4?

VOB is a DVD-only container that phones, tablets, and streaming devices cannot play without extra software. Converting to .MP4 puts the same video in a format every modern device understands natively. The resulting file is typically 60-70% smaller, making it practical to store and share.

How to convert VOB to MP4

HandBrake FREE

Open the VIDEO_TS folder in HandBrake, pick an MP4/H.264 preset, and click Start Encode.

VLC media player FREE

Go to Media > Convert/Save, add your VOB, and choose the H.264 + MP3 (MP4) output profile.

Command line - ffmpeg CLI

Re-encode a single VOB with ffmpeg -i VTS_01_1.VOB -c:v libx264 -crf 20 -c:a aac out.mp4.

Programs that convert VOB

HandBrake
AviDemux
ConvertXtoDVD
DVD Ripper+Video Converter Ultimate
Freemake Video Converter
iPad Video Converter Factory Pro
Movavi Video Converter Personal
Movavi VideoSuite 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…

Open .VOB details →
.MP4 MPEG-4 Part 14 Video File

An MP4 file is a video container (MPEG-4 Part 14, standardized 2003) that holds video, audio, subtitles, and chapters in one file. It plays on every phone, computer, browser, and smart TV…

Open .MP4 details →

Quality & what to watch

  • Commercial DVDs are usually CSS-encrypted; HandBrake and ffmpeg cannot bypass copy protection - home-recorded and unprotected discs convert without issue.
  • Long films are split across multiple VOB files; open the entire VIDEO_TS folder in HandBrake so it joins them automatically.
  • DVD subtitles are bitmap images, not text - they are typically burned into the video or dropped when saving as MP4.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need the whole `VIDEO_TS` folder?
Not strictly - HandBrake can open a single VOB, but without the IFO files it cannot detect chapters, titles, or audio language tracks reliably.
Will the `MP4` keep chapter markers?
Yes, if you open the VIDEO_TS folder in HandBrake; it reads chapter data from the IFO files and writes them into the output MP4.
How long does conversion take?
HandBrake converts a 90-minute DVD in roughly 15-30 minutes on a modern CPU; a GPU preset (NVENC or VideoToolbox) can cut that to 5-10 minutes.
Is there quality loss when converting?
Re-encoding is lossy, but at CRF 20-22 (HandBrake default) the result looks identical to the source DVD at typical viewing distances.