MakeMKV Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to MakeMKV for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is HandBrake, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to MakeMKV and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to MakeMKV are MKVToolnix, Shutter Encoder, DVDFab HD Decrypter and DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper.

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MakeMKV alternatives are mainly DVD Rippers, but if you're looking for Video Converters or Audio Converters you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Open Source and Mac. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to MakeMKV.
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  1. HandBrake icon

    HandBrake

     2030 likes

    Open-source HandBrake offers video transcoding, supporting MP4, MKV formats, 4K rendering, and lossless audio. It allows picture cropping, subtitle handling, encrypts DVD ripping, and operates efficiently offline.

    197 HandBrake alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about HandBrake as an Alternative to MakeMKV
    Top Positive Comment
    scontest
    4

    Great Program NOT a alternative to makemkv

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    4

    HandBrake does not allow raw extraction of audio and video data: it forces you to re-encode.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    ChicagoScanningMG
    Negative
    1

    Handbrake does not fully support Blu-Ray Ripping. While it can read some of the files, it does not properly decode and convert them.

    3 of 5 comments
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    • Some users think HandBrake is a great MakeMKV alternative, some don't.

    • HandBrake is Free and Open SourceMakeMKV is Freemium and Proprietary
    • HandBrake is LightweightMakeMKV is not according to our users
  2. MKVToolnix icon

    MKVToolnix

     237 likes

    MKVToolnix is a set of tools to create, alter and inspect Matroska files under Linux, other Unices and Windows. They do for Matroska what the OGMtools do for the OGM format and then some. The latest builds now have the ability to create WebM compliant Files.

    31 MKVToolnix alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Comments about MKVToolnix as an Alternative to MakeMKV
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    MKVToolnix is a Matroska container muxer, it does not rip DVDs or BluRay discs.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • MKVToolnix is Free and Open SourceMakeMKV is Freemium and Proprietary
    • MKVToolnix is LightweightMakeMKV is not according to our users
  4. Shutter Encoder icon

    Shutter Encoder

     66 likes

    Shutter Encoder is a free professional encoding and conversion software for everyone, developed with video editors.

    187 Shutter Encoder alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Homebrew
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    Comments about Shutter Encoder as an Alternative to MakeMKV
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    it is nothing like MakeMKV

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Shutter Encoder is Free and Open SourceMakeMKV is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Shutter Encoder is LightweightMakeMKV is not according to our users
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  6. DVDFab HD Decrypter icon

    DVDFab HD Decrypter

     63 likes

    Free utility for removing DVD and most Blu-ray protections, copying complete discs to hard drive or blank media, compressing or splitting titles, supporting various output settings, personal archiving, and offering fast copying with original video quality.

    44 DVDFab HD Decrypter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  7. DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper icon

    DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper

     Like

    Ripping 2D/3D Blu-rays to various video formats, including H.265 and 4K, is seamless with this tool. It reads Blu-ray discs/ISOs/folders, supports advanced technologies like Passthrough and HEVC, and organizes metadata for easy browsing. Regular updates guarantee ongoing compatibility.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  8. MacX DVD Ripper icon

    MacX DVD Ripper

     11 likes

    Rip DVD to Popular Video/Audio Formats on Mac;Update Constantly for Latest Copy-Protected DVD;Convert DVD to Apple, Android and other mobile devices.

    51 MacX DVD Ripper alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  10. DVDFab DVD Copy icon

    DVDFab DVD Copy

     3 likes

    Efficient DVD copying tool that duplicates and backs up DVDs while neutralizing copy protection such as CSS and APS. Offers six modes and syncs metadata, saving outputs as ISO files or onto discs with high-speed processing via GPU acceleration.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. DVDFab DVD Ripper icon

    DVDFab DVD Ripper

     1 like

    Enables conversion of DVD discs, ISOs, and folders into mainstream video and audio formats, supporting compatibility with smartphones, tablets, and game consoles. Offers a rich device profile library, high-quality output, batch processing, and regular preset updates.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  12. FastFlix icon

    FastFlix

     1 like

    FastFlix is a free GUI for HEVC and AV1 encoding, GIF/WebP/AVIF creation, and more!

    62 FastFlix alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. iFunia Blu-ray Ripper icon

    iFunia Blu-ray Ripper

     1 like

    iFunia Blu-ray Ripper is an easy and fast program that helps convert, rip, and edit a Blu-ray disc/ folder/ ISO. It is capable of decrypting old or new Blu-rays with copy protection and with a fast speed in keeping the quality of resolution simultaneously.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    iFunia Blu-ray ripper for Windows can convert BDs to any format or device: general video like MP4, MKV, AVI; 4K video; general audio; Web video; Apple device; Mobile phone; Game Console.
     
  14. WinX DVD Ripper icon

    WinX DVD Ripper

     18 likes

    Rips and converts DVDs or ISO images, including encrypted discs, to popular video formats like MP4, AVI, H.264, MOV. Supports 350+ device profiles, advanced 4-mode backup, multi-core CPU acceleration, batch conversion, and preserves all audio, video, and subtitles.

    48 WinX DVD Ripper alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    Ripping and converting DVD movies to all popular video files with high speed
     
  15. Aimersoft DVD Ripper icon

    Aimersoft DVD Ripper

     4 likes

    Aimersoft DVD Ripper, one of the best DVD Ripper software, can not only rip DVD to MPEG, Xvid, AVI, WMV, MP4 and other popular video formats, but also extract background music from the DVD file with stunning speed and amazing quality.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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