Comparison

Format Converter vs Video Compressor

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Format Converter

This utility app converts audio, video, image, and document files between various formats. It also offers file compression, decompression, and audio extraction from videos. Batch operations and WiFi file transfer are supported.

Highlights
  • Video format conversion
  • Audio format conversion
  • Document format conversion
  • Audio export from video
  • File compression and decompression
  • Batch file operations
  • WiFi file transfer
Features
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The Format Converter is a file management tool for format conversion of audio and video images and various office documents, as well as for quickly decompressing and compressing files. Main features: 1. Video format conversion: support OGG, WebM, WMV, MKV, AVI, MPEG, MP4, MOV, RMVB, FLV, MPEG, MPEG, ASF, 3GP, 3G2 and other video formats input and conversion; 2. Audio format conversion: support input and conversion of WAV, MP3, M4R, MP2, AAC, M4A, WMA, FLAC, AMR, AWB, OGG and other audio formats; 3. Document format conversion: support input and conversion of document formats such as TXT, DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, PDF, WPS, RTF, HTML, HTM, PPT, PPTX; 4. Audio export: quickly export the audio in the video, support the output as WAV, MP3, M4R, MP2, AAC, M4A, WMA, FLAC, AMR, AWB, OGG and other audio formats; 5. Support decompression and compression encryption of ZIP, RAR and other compressed package formats; 6. Batch operation: Provide batch operation for format conversion of files such as audio and video pictures; 7. WiFi transmission: Supports file transfer between PC and app when connecting to the same WiFi; 8. File Reception: Supports opening and sending files to the format factory in other applications. ================ VIP Service Statement ================ Unless you cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period, this subscription will automatically renew at a price of ¥15 per month after the one-month free trial period ends. The fee will be deducted from your Apple ID within 24 hours of the end of the free trial period. You can go to the App Store account settings management and unsubscribe. Any unused portion of the free trial period (if provided) will be forfeited at the time the user purchases the subscription for the publication (if applicable). By registering for this subscription, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Terms of Service:https://www.liangpinest.com/agreement.html Privacy Policy:https://www.liangpinest.com/privacy.html

About

Video Compressor

This app efficiently compresses video files, reducing their size without significant quality loss. It also functions as a versatile video converter, supporting numerous formats and enabling easy sharing to social media platforms.

Highlights
  • Compress videos without quality loss
  • Convert video to any format
  • Reduce video file size
  • Support for all video file types
  • Share to social media
  • Play compressed videos
Features
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Video Compressor to compress videos & Video Converter will compress video smaller automatically without losing quality and convert almost any format of video. Never Compromise on Quality Compress video with High-Quality Resolution. The most powerful video compressor for WhatsApp, fast video converter and video resizer in the App Store! All types of files supported Video compressor to compress MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, 3GP, FLV, MTS, MPEG, MPG, M4V or any other video file. Choose the custom or default options to compress video size. - Compress video file size and email video. - Compress a video by decreasing resolution, video bit rate. (This will not preserve original quality) - Reduce video size, shrink video, save and clear device's storage space. - High-quality video compression and Low-quality video compression. - Convert video to MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, 3GP, FLV, MTS, MPEG, MPG, M4V or any formats. - Convert video from MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, 3GP, FLV, MTS, MPEG, MPG, M4V or any formats. - Play Compressed and Converted Video. - Share compressed, converted and size reduced videos to any social media (Email, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Whatsapp, WeChat, Viber, Line, Telegram, VKontakte, KakaoTalk, etc.) SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: • Subscribe on a weekly or monthly basis to remove Ads for the duration of the subscription. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase Terms and condition: https://technozer.com/videocompressor_termsandconditions.html

Screenshots

Format Converter4 screens
Video Compressor4 screens

Verdict

The call

Format Converter and Video Compressor both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Format Converter's written reviews are positive against 17% of Video Compressor's. Format Converter also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Video Compressor's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (300 vs 22). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Format Converter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days and Video Compressor sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Format Converter against 4.7 for Video Compressor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Compressor has 300 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Format Converter's written reviews are positive against 17% of Video Compressor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Format Converter ships an update every 3 months, Video Compressor every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Format Converter versus Video Compressor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFormat ConverterVideo Compressor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (22 ratings)4.7 (300 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings22300 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杨杨 戴Technozer Solution

Customer experience

Format Converter

All ratings22 ratings
Positive86.4%
Neutral9.1%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Video Compressor

All ratings300 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Format Converter

Subscriptions5
  • Format Factory (PRO)3 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • Format Converter Pro (1 Week)$1.497 Days
  • Format Factory (PRO)3 Days trial$1.991 Month
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  • Format Converter Pro (1 Month)$2.491 Month
  • Format Converter Pro (1 Year)3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Advanced Privileges$2.99
7 purchases

Video Compressor

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Plan Free Trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • 3 Month Plan$9.993 Months
Show 2 more
  • 6 Month Plan$14.996 Months
  • 6 Month Plan$21.996 Months
One-time2
  • Life Time Free$39.99
  • Life Time Free$59.99

Questions

Is Format Converter free?
Format Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Compressor free?
Video Compressor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Format Converter or Video Compressor?
Video Compressor is rated higher. Format Converter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Video Compressor averages 4.7 from 300 ratings.
Do Format Converter or Video Compressor have ads?
Format Converter shows ads; Video Compressor does not.
Which is updated more often, Format Converter or Video Compressor?
Format Converter ships an update every 3 months, and Video Compressor every 6 weeks. Most recently, Format Converter was updated on June 8, 2026 and Video Compressor on September 12, 2026.

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