HandBrake is one of the best free video conversion tools. Features, capabilities, pros and cons of this program.
Pros
- low system requirements
- distribution under the GPL v2 license
- codecs parameters can be fine tuned
- multithreading support
- High output picture quality
- libavformat, libavcodec free libraries
- Compatible with older editions of Windows operating systems
- Availability of the Portable version of the converter that doesn't require installation
Cons
- Lack of video trimming and stitching functions
- correct operation of the software is impossible without .net Framework
HandBrake