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Convert M4V to VOB - Create DVD-Ready Video Files

Transform Apple M4V videos into VOB format for DVD burning and universal playback.

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iTunes Videos Won't Work on DVD Players

You have M4V videos from iTunes or other Apple sources, but your DVD player can't recognize them. M4V is Apple's proprietary format, and standard DVD authoring software requires VOB files to create playable discs.

Converting M4V to VOB takes your Apple-formatted video and transforms it into the standard DVD video format. Once converted, you can burn the VOB file to a DVD disc that plays on any home DVD player, car DVD system, or computer DVD drive.

How to Convert M4V to VOB

  1. Upload your M4V file - Drag and drop or click to select your video
  2. Select VOB as output - Choose the DVD-compatible VOB format
  3. Download your VOB - Ready for DVD burning or direct playback

The entire process runs in your browser. No software installation required, no account needed. In our testing, a typical 1GB M4V file converts in under 3 minutes depending on your connection speed.

M4V vs VOB: Understanding the Formats

M4V and VOB serve very different purposes, which is why conversion is often necessary:

M4V Format

  • Developed by Apple for iTunes Store content
  • Based on MPEG-4 Part 14 (similar to MP4)
  • May include Apple FairPlay DRM protection
  • Primarily used on Apple devices and iTunes
  • Excellent compression with good quality

VOB Format

  • Standard container for DVD-Video
  • Contains MPEG-2 video and audio streams
  • Supports multiple audio tracks and subtitles
  • Universally compatible with DVD players
  • Maximum file size of 1GB for compatibility

If you need broader format flexibility beyond DVD creation, consider M4V to MP4 conversion for universal device playback.

Why Convert M4V to VOB

Create Physical DVDs

The primary reason to convert to VOB is DVD creation. VOB is the native format for DVD-Video discs. After conversion, use any DVD burning software to create a playable disc for your home theater, car player, or as a physical backup.

Windows Compatibility

Windows systems may not natively support M4V playback, especially files with DRM protection. VOB files play on virtually any Windows media player without additional codecs or software. Converting to VOB eliminates compatibility headaches on non-Apple systems.

Legacy Device Support

Older media players, in-car entertainment systems, and standalone DVD players only understand VOB format. If you want to watch your iTunes content on these devices, VOB conversion is essential.

Archive and Backup

DVDs remain a reliable archival format. Converting M4V to VOB and burning to disc creates a physical backup that doesn't depend on cloud services or hard drive reliability.

Technical Considerations

Understanding a few technical details helps ensure successful conversion:

  • DRM-Protected Files - Our converter works with standard M4V files. Files purchased from iTunes with FairPlay DRM may require additional steps before conversion
  • File Size Limits - VOB format traditionally limits files to 1GB for maximum compatibility. Longer videos may be split into multiple VOB files
  • Video Quality - VOB uses MPEG-2 encoding. While excellent for DVD playback, it's less efficient than M4V's H.264 codec, resulting in larger file sizes
  • Aspect Ratio - Standard DVD supports 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios. Widescreen M4V content converts correctly to maintain proper proportions

For web-friendly video instead of DVD format, M4V to WebM offers modern browser compatibility.

Works on Any Device

Our browser-based converter runs directly in your web browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • iPhone, iPad, Android tablets

No downloads, no installations. Convert your M4V files from any device with internet access.

Pro Tip

When creating DVDs from converted VOB files, organize your content into VIDEO_TS folder structure for best compatibility. Most DVD burning software will do this automatically, but verifying the folder structure before burning prevents playback issues.

Common Mistake

Attempting to convert DRM-protected iTunes purchases directly. Check if your M4V files have FairPlay protection before conversion - files you've recorded or created yourself work without issues.

Best For

Creating physical DVD discs from iTunes content, preserving home videos for DVD player viewing, or making Apple-format videos compatible with Windows media centers and car DVD systems.

Not Recommended

Skip VOB conversion if you only want to play videos on modern devices. MP4 or WebM are more efficient and widely supported. VOB is specifically for DVD creation and legacy DVD player compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

M4V is Apple's video container format, similar to MP4 but specifically designed for iTunes content. It uses H.264 video codec and may include Apple FairPlay DRM protection. M4V files play natively on Apple devices but often have compatibility issues on Windows and other platforms.

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used in DVD-Video discs. It contains MPEG-2 video, audio tracks, subtitles, and navigation data. VOB is the standard format required for creating playable DVD discs and is universally compatible with DVD players and most media software.

Yes. Once converted, you can use any DVD burning software like ImgBurn, Nero, or built-in OS tools to burn the VOB file to a blank DVD disc. The resulting disc will play on standard DVD players, game consoles, and computer DVD drives.

VOB uses MPEG-2 encoding while M4V typically uses H.264. Both formats support high-quality video, and our converter maintains the best possible quality during the transcoding process. For DVD playback, MPEG-2 delivers excellent results on television screens.

Our converter works with standard M4V files without DRM. M4V files purchased from iTunes with Apple FairPlay protection require the DRM to be removed before conversion. Files you've created yourself or downloaded from non-DRM sources convert without issues.

MPEG-2 encoding in VOB is less efficient than H.264 in M4V. The same video content requires more storage space in VOB format. This is normal and expected - the tradeoff is universal DVD player compatibility.

Our converter handles M4V files of various sizes. For the output, VOB format traditionally limits individual files to 1GB for maximum DVD compatibility. Longer videos may result in multiple VOB files that work together.

No. The conversion happens entirely in your web browser. Simply upload your M4V file, wait for the conversion, and download the VOB result. Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices.

For general device playback rather than DVD creation, MP4 is more versatile and widely supported. For web videos, WebM offers excellent browser compatibility. VOB is specifically best when your goal is creating physical DVD discs.

Yes. Upload multiple M4V files and convert them all to VOB in a single batch. This is particularly useful when preparing multiple videos for a DVD project or converting an entire video collection.

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