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Convert MPG to VOB - DVD-Ready Video in Seconds

Transform MPG videos into VOB format for DVD players and home theater systems.

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Need to Create DVD-Compatible Videos?

You have MPG video files but your DVD authoring software needs VOB format. Or perhaps you want to play your videos on a standalone DVD player that doesn't recognize MPG files directly.

Converting MPG files to VOB solves this problem. VOB (Video Object) is the native format used on DVD-Video discs, ensuring your content plays correctly on any DVD player or home theater system.

How to Convert MPG to VOB

  1. Upload your MPG file - Drag and drop or click to select your video
  2. Confirm VOB output - VOB format is selected for DVD compatibility
  3. Download your VOB - Ready for DVD authoring or direct playback

The entire process happens in your browser. No software installation, no account creation, no waiting.

Why Convert MPG to VOB?

While both MPG and VOB use MPEG-2 video compression, they serve different purposes:

  • DVD Player Compatibility - Standalone DVD players require VOB format for proper playback
  • DVD Authoring - Creating a DVD disc requires content in VOB format with the proper structure
  • Menu and Chapter Support - VOB files can contain navigation data, chapter markers, and DVD menus
  • Multiple Audio Tracks - VOB supports multiple language audio streams and subtitle tracks

In our testing, MPG files converted to VOB maintained their original video quality since both formats use similar MPEG-2 encoding.

MPG vs VOB: Technical Differences

Understanding the difference helps you know when this conversion makes sense:

  • MPG/MPEG - General-purpose video container using MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 compression. Works well for computer playback and online sharing.
  • VOB - DVD-specific container based on MPEG-2 program stream. Includes support for DVD navigation, multiple audio tracks, and subtitles.

If your MPG file already uses MPEG-2 encoding (most do), conversion to VOB is essentially a container change without re-encoding, preserving full quality.

Common Use Cases

Creating Home DVDs

You recorded a family event or captured video from an older camcorder. Converting to VOB is the first step toward burning a playable DVD disc.

DVD Authoring Projects

Professional DVD authoring software often expects VOB format input. Convert your MPG source files before importing into your authoring application.

Home Theater Playback

Some media players and home theater systems handle VOB files better than raw MPG, especially when connected to older DVD players.

Regional Standards

DVD video uses regional standards that affect playback compatibility:

  • NTSC - Used in North America, Japan, and parts of South America (29.97 fps)
  • PAL - Used in Europe, Australia, and most of Asia (25 fps)
  • SECAM - Used in France, Russia, and parts of Africa (25 fps)

Our converter handles standard frame rates automatically. For best results, match your source video's frame rate to your target region.

Alternative Formats

VOB isn't always the best choice. Consider these alternatives:

  • MPG to MP4 - Better for modern devices, streaming, and web sharing
  • MPG to MKV - Ideal for archiving with multiple audio/subtitle tracks
  • MPG to AVI - Good compatibility with Windows media players

Choose VOB specifically when DVD creation or DVD player compatibility is your goal.

Works on Any Device

Our browser-based converter works everywhere:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • Tablets and smartphones

No plugins, no downloads, no restrictions. Convert MPG to VOB from any device with a web browser.

Pro Tip

If your goal is creating a playable DVD, convert all your MPG clips to VOB first, then use DVD authoring software like DVD Flick or DVDStyler to create the proper VIDEO_TS folder structure with menus and chapters.

Common Mistake

Burning VOB files directly to a disc without creating the DVD-Video folder structure. DVD players need the VIDEO_TS folder with IFO files to navigate the content properly.

Best For

Creating home DVD videos from MPG recordings, preparing content for DVD authoring software, or ensuring compatibility with older DVD players and home theater systems.

Not Recommended

Don't convert to VOB for web sharing, streaming, or modern device playback. MP4 is far more compatible with today's devices. Use VOB only for actual DVD creation projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used on DVD-Video discs. It contains MPEG-2 video, audio tracks (often AC3 or MPEG audio), subtitles, and DVD navigation data. VOB files are what DVD players read when playing a disc.

No. Both MPG and VOB typically use MPEG-2 compression. When your source MPG is already MPEG-2, conversion is essentially a container change that preserves the original video and audio quality without re-encoding.

Not directly. A playable DVD requires a specific folder structure (VIDEO_TS) with IFO navigation files alongside VOB files. You'll need DVD authoring software to create the complete disc structure from your VOB files.

They're the same format with different file extensions. MPG is the shortened version of MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group). Both extensions are used interchangeably for MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 video files.

Most standalone DVD players only recognize the DVD-Video format structure, which uses VOB files organized in a VIDEO_TS folder. They can't play loose MPG files, even though the underlying video compression is similar.

VOB files are typically similar in size to the source MPG since both use MPEG-2 compression. A standard DVD holds about 4.7GB (single layer) or 8.5GB (dual layer), so keep this limit in mind for DVD projects.

Yes. Upload multiple MPG files and convert them all to VOB in a single batch. This is especially useful when preparing multiple video segments for a DVD authoring project.

For basic conversion, no. Our converter maintains your source video's frame rate. However, if you're creating a DVD for a specific region's players, ensure your source video matches that region's standard (NTSC: 29.97fps, PAL: 25fps).

Yes, completely free. No registration, no watermarks, no hidden fees. Convert as many MPG files to VOB as you need.

If your TV has a USB port, MP4 is usually a better choice than VOB for direct playback. Convert MPG to VOB only if you're specifically creating a DVD disc or using a dedicated DVD player.

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