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How to Convert MOV to MKV?

Follow these simple steps to convert MOV files to MKV in seconds:

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What is MOV?

MOV is a multimedia container format developed by Apple, primarily used with the QuickTime framework. It can store video, audio, and text tracks such as subtitles in a single file. MOV files support high-quality video and are commonly used for professional video editing and playback on both Mac and Windows systems. They are known for maintaining excellent video quality but can have larger file sizes.

What is MKV?

MKV (Matroska Video) is an open-source multimedia container format that can hold an unlimited number of video, audio, subtitle, and metadata tracks in a single file. It is highly flexible and supports virtually any codec, making it ideal for storing high-quality video content. MKV is commonly used for movies, TV shows, and media archives due to its support for multiple audio languages and subtitle tracks. Although not natively supported by all devices, it is widely compatible with most modern media players.

MOV vs. MKV

MOV vs. MKV—let’s see which is better! Here's a detailed comparison:

Feature comparisons

MKV
MOV
FeatureMKV tierMOV tier
File Extension
.mkv.mov
Developer
Matroska (open standard)Apple Inc.
Compression
Highly flexible compression depending on codecs usedEfficient compression, optimized for Apple devices
Quality
Supports high quality, including lossless formatsHigh-quality, especially for editing
Video Codec Support
H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9, AV1, virtually any codecH.264, ProRes, MPEG-4
Audio Codec Support
AAC, MP3, Vorbis, FLAC, DTS, virtually any codecAAC, ALAC, MP3, PCM
Streaming Support
Limited native streaming support, not ideal for web streamingModerate streaming support, mainly in Apple ecosystem
Compatibility
Supported by many media players, but limited on some devicesBest with Apple devices and software
Use CasesArchiving, high-quality video storage, subtitles and multiple audio tracksVideo editing, Apple ecosystem, professional media

Features

MKV
File Extension
.mkv
No
Developer
Matroska (open standard)
No
Compression
Highly flexible compression depending on codecs used
No
Quality
Supports high quality, including lossless formats
No
Video Codec Support
H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9, AV1, virtually any codec
No
Audio Codec Support
AAC, MP3, Vorbis, FLAC, DTS, virtually any codec
No
Streaming Support
Limited native streaming support, not ideal for web streaming
No
Compatibility
Supported by many media players, but limited on some devices
No
Use Cases
Archiving, high-quality video storage, subtitles and multiple audio tracks
No
MOV
File Extension
.mov
No
Developer
Apple Inc.
No
Compression
Efficient compression, optimized for Apple devices
No
Quality
High-quality, especially for editing
No
Video Codec Support
H.264, ProRes, MPEG-4
No
Audio Codec Support
AAC, ALAC, MP3, PCM
No
Streaming Support
Moderate streaming support, mainly in Apple ecosystem
No
Compatibility
Best with Apple devices and software
No
Use Cases
Video editing, Apple ecosystem, professional media
No

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Enjoy instant video start times, exceptional quality, and buffer-free streaming. Generate unlimited subtitles in multiple languages and optimize your streaming with latest codecs.

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