WinAvi Video Converter Review

Frequent use justifies hefty price tag

Submitted by AlexRice on Mon, 2008-09-01 01:11.
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The lowest price: 25.46$
You can buy it at RegNow for that price.
Pros:
Wide array of supported formats, attractive menus
Cons:
Heft price tag
Review:

So you can't upload that .wmv file to your iPod? Windows Movie Maker doesn't recognize that .mpeg? Just when you thought you were down on your luck, the WinAVI video converter has got you covered.
The video converter, from ZJMedia, is a handy program that can convert digital video clips into an array of different formats. It currently supports ASF, AVI, DivX, MPEG, Quicktime MOV, RM, SWF, VCD/SVCD/DVD, WMV, and XVid. It also includes an easy-to-use DVD burning capability.
The publishers obviously had the consumers' eyes in mind when designing the converter's attractive interface. However, the program's flashiness doesn't justify its $25 price tag for the casual customer.
For those looking for a one-time file conversion, this is not the product - there is much more cost-effective video conversion software to be had. However, digital video enthusiasts who often find themselves in a bind over file formats can definitely get their money's worth from the WinAVI's quick, easy video conversion.