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Freemake Video Converter Reviews

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Full-featured video suite for multimedia content management. Edit, convert video, add audio and embed videos on sites or blogs.

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Pros:

Freemake video converter as its name says it is a useful converter to convert big videos into smaller ones to be shared via different drives.

Cons:

I had issues with Freemake sometimes crashing in the conversion process on certain filetypes. While it was inconvenient, it was nothing that would happen often.

Freemake Video Converter ratings

Average score

Ease of Use
4.3
Customer Service
3.3
Features
3.9
Value for Money
3.6

Likelihood to recommend

6.9/ 10

Freemake Video Converter has an overall rating of <span class="">4</span> out 5 stars based on <span class="">100</span> user reviews on Capterra.

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John Ovie
John Ovie
Administrative Assistant in Nigeria
Verified LinkedIn User
Education Management, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Best Compressed and Video Converter Ever!

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: I had a particular video on my personal computer that has eaten up about 2% of my Hard Drive of 320GB, but I can’t delete it due to its importance. I came across this software and utilize its full capabilities. I was able to compress this video of 6.3GB to 720MB, the quality was still top notch. It was exceptional.

Pros:

I love the App original quality and performance. I have downloaded over 20 Video compressing Apps, but they all failed. I use it a lot to compress and reduce volume of large size videos to portable size on my device. It efficiently convert video to many range of formats without visible loss of quality, consequently freeing up device storage for that same file.

Cons:

I notice the speed of compression of the last update is slow, I suggest the developers try increasing it. I wouldn’t want to waste lots of time on a single file.

Malissa
Malissa
Manager in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Restaurants
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

I love using FreeMake

5.0 7 years ago

Comments: beautiful videos everytime i play with Freemake when im using it as an editor. And well the kids love it as a convertor..

Pros:

Easy to Use everything is really out there easy to read and access. The results feel like your a pro.

Cons:

The Price ! The updated version yes has got better and alot more expensive than it was , But it was great even back then.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Nonprofit Organization Management, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Once great, now an also-ran

3.0 6 years ago

Comments: Was great, now useless

Pros:

Wide variety of converting options and quick speed

Cons:

I've been using the software for a while now, but the last updates have forced a "freemium" model, and I've now uninstalled and found alternate software that is both cheaper and better

Marcos
Marcos
Director de General in Peru
Verified LinkedIn User
Entertainment, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Freemake Video Converter experience

4.0 5 years ago

Comments: Very good option to convert videos and music easily and very fast and very good value for money. Excellent

Pros:

I like Freemake Video Converter, you can download it from the provider's page, it is very easy to install, its interface is very intuitive for basic users and without much experience in video and audio editing, I like this software because it recognizes many formats of video and audio and the convercion is very simple, I use it to download audios and videos from youtube with the web pack version and then to convert them into mp4 or mp3, actually very complete

Cons:

Actually I have nothing bad to say about this software, the only thing I would have to say for being a Free software has the Mark when you convert and create videos but nothing to worry about

Magnus
Magnus
Customer Service Team Lead in Nigeria
Verified LinkedIn User
Publishing, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Still the most convenient converter out there

4.0 6 years ago

Comments: Freemake is not free but it is the simplest conversion tool out there

Pros:

Freemake is the most basic video conversion tool I have used so far. Other conversion tools are usually a lot heavier with so many distracting features but Freemake lets you import your videos, trim and merge, add subtitles and convert to any format you want. If you're not sure what format to use then select the corresponding devices - You can convert for windows (WMV) or for Youtube.

Cons:

Although advertised for free, Freemake is not free. You would have to pay for a license key for upgrade to use some features and enhancements such as Watermark removal. Gosh, I hate watermarks on my videos

Gabriel
Gabriel
Auxiliar Operativo in Venezuela
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Excellent for Converting your videos

5.0 7 years ago

Comments: Well first of all there are many formats that my DVD does not read them and with freemaker I can convert the movie that is
of my preference and can see it on my television.

Pros:

Freemaker allows you to convert videos from MPEG, MP3, MP4, WMV, APPLE, AVI, DVD, Highly recommended to shorten videos and edit them in the following formats and change the size of the video you want to convert or edit.

Cons:

When you have.the version.free the application.places a watermark in the movie that is quite annoying, as well as converting the videos to any format usually takes too much time converting them.

Kevin
Kevin
IT Manager in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Oil & Energy
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Great and efficient product!

5.0 7 years ago

Pros:

first, there is a free version, so that's a huge plus. Like its predecessor, video downloader, you can actually pull and reencode even from online hosts like youtube. The encoding and converting of video is lightening fast offline also. I've yet to throw a format at it that it cannot handle, even some exotic ones. It includes some light tools as well, like cutting and such. Even burns to BD-R!

Cons:

I wish it included a few more editing tools, but that's a minor issues as I just do it in final cut pro.

Richard
Richard
Video Editor in South Africa
Verified LinkedIn User
Marketing & Advertising, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Freemake works - sometimes

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: Converter is excellent, the rest is very clumsy as it sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. The YouTube uploader does not work at all and getting it fixed is impossible as their support is terrible. The YouTube downloader also only works with "some" YouTube videos, not others, but I have not been able to determine why some work and some don't.

Pros:

The converter works like a charm. Upgraded, it is quick and it never fails, without the upgrade it is a bit slow.

Cons:

The YouTube uploader does not work and the support for it is disastrous. |I have yet to receive a proper answer to the YouTube issue even though I have, on numerous occasions, submitted logfiles to them as a last resort (as per their FAQ Fix process)

peter
peter
Accountant in Zambia
Verified LinkedIn User
Accounting Software, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

freemake video converter

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: am an entreprenuer , and in most i do download videos from youtube for presentations and tutorial examples, those videos does not play on some players, and thats when i convert them using freemake video converter.

Pros:

It converts videos in real-time, it have a multi video formart

Cons:

it converts videos in various playable formats.

Marcos
Marcos
Production and Content Director in Venezuela
Verified LinkedIn User
, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

It converts videos to a wide variety of formats, and also allows basic edits.

3.0 7 years ago

Pros:

The best thing that this tool offers is its wide variety of output formats, which allows you to convert your videos to practically any existing format. It is very simple and easy to use. You have many options and settings that you may not know, but as a "novice" user you can do the job without problems.

Cons:

The free version is not so good due to all the limitations, and even paying you will find some things you may not do. We would have liked to see more editing features. Currently it allows you to do very basic things like cut, rotate or rescale.

Randy
Owner in US
Consumer Services, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Freemake Video Converter handles it all. Coverts and Joins.

4.0 2 years ago

Comments: I use this software for personal usage and being that it's free, it works well and easy to use, you can't go wrong if you need a video converter/ video joiner

Pros:

I like that this software can handle many formats and can convert from format to format in a short amount of time. It's easy to use and has detailed instructions on how to use it using layman's terms. Another feature is that it also joins videos of the same format and quickly.

Cons:

There weren't any features that I could single out that I disliked.

Bruce
President in US
Hospital & Health Care, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Amazing video converter at extremely great price!

5.0 4 years ago

Comments: Freemake Video Converter gives us the tool we need to support our online business needs. Fast, inexpensive, and works well.

Pros:

We record lots of videos as part of our online Teacher Training work. This video needs to be quickly trimmed and then converted to as small a file as possible for distribution to our clients.

Cons:

None that come to mind other than having more editing features. The product is easy to use and fast using minimal computer resources.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Music, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Great versatility for a freeware software.

5.0 4 years ago

Comments: As a composer for film i am constantly dealing with different formats and resolutions. Freemake has become a really strong tool to convert them to the right format to work on them.

Pros:

Freemake supports all the common and quite a bunch of less common video files, making it a really versatile tool. Translation to different resolutions works flawless. The user interface is simple and very easily accessible with its drag and drop functions.

Cons:

Freemake unfortunately is only available for Windows users. A version for Mac would be highly appreciated!

Don
Teacher in US
E-Learning, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Freemake Video Converter

5.0 5 years ago

Comments: This is the easiest to use video trimmer I have ever used. It is also great for converting video to almost any format.

Pros:

I was looking for a software that could easily trim videos. Most software I found would only trim from the beginning or the end of video. This software allows me to trim out as many segments of the video that I want. It also allows the video to be downloaded in many different formats.

Cons:

I used to the free version that would give me a watermark at the end. The free version has removed a lot of features making it almost impossible to use without paying for it. The paid subscription is reasonable if you plan on using it consistently.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Animation, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

FREEMAKE

4.0 6 years ago

Comments: Feemake has saved me time.

Pros:

I like that I can convert and download videos from friends and family for offline viewing...

Cons:

On rare occasions I've been unable to use the software.

Areland
Areland
Owner in US
Information Technology & Services, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Great Video Converter

5.0 5 years ago

Comments: Since purchasing the license for this software I am very pleased with it.

Pros:

I use this software to convert AVI video's taken at my church with my camcorder to MP4 video format for upload to our website. The software is very easy to use and the compression makes it perfict for upload to our website.

Cons:

I have no negative comments about this software. The software is very easy to use and offers all the features I need.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Management Consulting
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Video conversion on tips!

4.0 7 years ago

Pros:

Its ability to pull clips from any of the daily used websites like youtube or dailymotion and ocnvert them to any of the required formats like mp3 or mkv. Video editing can be done in easy simple steps in this tool.

Cons:

The list of available editing features is very small. This could cater to very specific requirements rather than all sorts of video related generic requirements.

Tripta
Director in India
Information Technology & Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Great app for Converting video files

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: Converting videos from one format to another to solve compatibility problems with media players.

Pros:

1. Many video formats are supported for conversion. 2. Easy to use and nicely laid out GUI. The options font are clearly visible and large enough.

Cons:

Free version has watermarks and the conversion is not that fast. Other than that, a top-notch app for video converting.

Gulnar
Graphic designer in Azerbaijan
Entertainment, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

ideal for converting

4.0 8 years ago

Comments: there are so many video formats for work with them and convert them to other video formats which you want, it is easy and design is good

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Entertainment, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

The Beauty of Freemake Video Converter

4.0 3 years ago

Comments: Overall it has been a good experience.

Pros:

This software is excellent. It accepts a variety of input formats. It can also burn files to a disc directly.

Cons:

It has a slow conversion rate, according to my observations.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: Not provided
Reviewer Source

It's easy to use. A good tool for those who are starting.

4.0 7 years ago

Pros:

It is safe. It converts a good amount of formats. The cutting tool is very useful. You can change the sizes of the videos and join videos of different formats.

Cons:

Sometimes it's slow and it gets stuck. It does not allow to save the different projects. It lacks stability

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

It's the ideal program if you are a fan of the gameplays or you just like to record everything in HD

3.0 7 years ago

Pros:

- You can add subtitles to any movie. - It's free. - very good, it has many functions that allows you to download many things

Cons:

- There is a more intermediate option between TV and mobile, since there is a quality gap between both. - It is locked, includes advertising brand.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Arts & Crafts, Self Employed
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

video

5.0 5 years ago

Comments: since I just have a free trial as far as i can see it is the only program that beats all others I have used.I recommend working with the free trial so if or when you purchase ityou will know more on how it works

Pros:

I just got a free trial of freemake.good

Cons:

The free trial is great.I love it.good software

Katherine
Azerbaijan
Used the Software for: Not provided
Reviewer Source

A terrible program

2.0 8 years ago

Comments: I just installed it to try and I regret it. First of all, it does not do any good format changing. The appearance of all the videos is bad. Moreover, when I deleted it from the computer, I encountered too many problems. And it leaves a lot of unnecessary files behind.

Ales
IT in Czechia
Education Management, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Freemake solen money from my PayPal

1.0 4 years ago

Comments: bad, bad, bad

Pros:

The software is hust a trap to steal from you

Cons:

Freemake have charged my PayPal without a permission ....