Format Converter vs Video Compressor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Video format conversion
- Audio format conversion
- Document format conversion
- Audio export from video
- File compression and decompression
- Batch file operations
- WiFi file transfer
Read full descriptionHide full description
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
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.
- 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
Read full descriptionHide full description
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
Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | Format Converter | Video Compressor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (22 ratings) | 4.7 (300 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 16.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 22 | 300 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 111 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 杨杨 戴 | Technozer Solution |
Customer experience
Format Converter
Video Compressor
In-app purchases
Format Converter
- 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
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- Format Converter Pro (1 Month)$2.491 Month
- Format Converter Pro (1 Year)3 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Advanced Privileges$2.99
Video Compressor
- Weekly Plan Free Trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- 3 Month Plan$9.993 Months
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- 6 Month Plan$14.996 Months
- 6 Month Plan$21.996 Months
- Life Time Free$39.99
- Life Time Free$59.99
Questions
Is Format Converter free?
Is Video Compressor free?
Which has better reviews, Format Converter or Video Compressor?
Do Format Converter or Video Compressor have ads?
Which is updated more often, Format Converter or Video Compressor?
Other comparisons















