I've been looking recently for some good software, paid or free, that works well with converting DVD content into good looking iPod/iPhone suitable format. I've tried a few programs so far and have mostly been disappointed so far:
1.) 123 DVD2iPod: Although obviously specifically geared to the conversion of DVD to iPod format, the customer support sucked, the quality of videos were questionable (and didn't support the iPhone's screen resolution), and the program was very buggy and infrequently worked as advertised. I ended up just uninstalling it and got a refund.
2.) Media Coder: This was suggested to me by somebody on another board but it has been a nightmare to try to get work and I finally just gave up.
3.) GOM Encoder: Works well but requires a GOM watermark on the free version and there's absolutely no information anywhere where you can purchase the full version that does not force the watermark on you.
4.) Badaboom: Thought that this would work great but just found out my system is not compatible with it.
The only program (ironically a FREE one) that I've found works well for video conversion is Format Factory, however, despite the ease of use, as well as the much better quality of picture, I would like another program, paid or otherwise, that includes more customizable features, is compatible with the iPhone, is easy to use, and comes closest to emulating iTunes-quality videos (at least the non-HD ones). Oh, and I would like something that helps you find the content that you want to rip.
Anybody using anything that might match this description? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
1.) 123 DVD2iPod: Although obviously specifically geared to the conversion of DVD to iPod format, the customer support sucked, the quality of videos were questionable (and didn't support the iPhone's screen resolution), and the program was very buggy and infrequently worked as advertised. I ended up just uninstalling it and got a refund.
2.) Media Coder: This was suggested to me by somebody on another board but it has been a nightmare to try to get work and I finally just gave up.
3.) GOM Encoder: Works well but requires a GOM watermark on the free version and there's absolutely no information anywhere where you can purchase the full version that does not force the watermark on you.
4.) Badaboom: Thought that this would work great but just found out my system is not compatible with it.
The only program (ironically a FREE one) that I've found works well for video conversion is Format Factory, however, despite the ease of use, as well as the much better quality of picture, I would like another program, paid or otherwise, that includes more customizable features, is compatible with the iPhone, is easy to use, and comes closest to emulating iTunes-quality videos (at least the non-HD ones). Oh, and I would like something that helps you find the content that you want to rip.
Anybody using anything that might match this description? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
