How to convert M4V to VOB
To convert M4V to VOB, upload your M4V file, choose VOB as the output format and press Convert. The finished VOB file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns M4V videos into VOB files in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. When the video and audio inside your M4V file can be placed in VOB as they are, the streams are copied without re-encoding, which is faster and keeps the original quality. Otherwise the video is re-encoded as MPEG-2 video with AC-3 audio.
Why convert M4V to VOB?
- The standard DVD data format
- Plays in nearly every desktop player
- Keeps DVD-quality video
- Plays on: DVD players, VLC, Windows Media Player and most media centers
What to expect from this conversion
- Expect a larger file than the M4V original, because VOB is a less efficient format for the same quality.
- VOB output is MPEG-2 with AC-3 audio and DVD-style bitrate limits. It plays in desktop players but it is not a full DVD disc structure with menus.
- Videos bought from iTunes may be copy-protected. DRM-protected files cannot be converted by any tool, but your own M4V recordings work fine.
- VOB is a legacy format. Convert to it only when an older player or device requires it, since M4V is better for everyday use.
- The first audio track is kept. Subtitle tracks, extra audio tracks and chapters are not included in the converted file.
M4V vs VOB
| Property | M4V | VOB |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | iTunes Video | DVD Video Object |
| Released | 2001, Apple | 1996, DVD Forum |
| Generation | Modern | Legacy |
| Typical file size | Small | Large |
| Plays on | iTunes, Apple TV, iOS, macOS and VLC | DVD players, VLC, Windows Media Player and most media centers |
| Best for | syncing videos to iPhone or iPad; playing on Apple TV | converting your own home DVDs; DVD authoring |
Steps to convert M4V to VOB
- Drop your M4V video file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that VOB is selected as the target and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then download your new VOB file when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Leave Fast mode on to keep the original quality whenever the streams can be copied.
- Pick a lower resolution if the file is for a phone or messaging app.
- Use Mute if you only need the picture.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert M4V to VOB?
Upload your M4V file, make sure VOB is the selected target and press Convert. When the progress bar finishes, download the VOB file. No account or software is needed.
Is the M4V to VOB converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no daily limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
Will I lose quality when converting M4V to VOB?
Not necessarily. If the video and audio streams already fit inside VOB, they are copied without re-encoding, so quality stays identical. If the file has to be re-encoded, the High setting keeps almost all visible detail, while Small trades some detail for a smaller file.
Why is my VOB file larger than the M4V original?
Expect a larger file than the M4V original, because VOB is a less efficient format for the same quality. Choosing a lower quality or resolution reduces the size further.
Which devices can play VOB files?
VOB files play on DVD players, VLC, Windows Media Player and most media centers.
How large a file can I upload?
You can upload videos up to 500 MB. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion.