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Convert OGV to VOB - Prepare Videos for DVD

Transform Ogg Video files to DVD-ready VOB format. Bridge web video to physical disc.

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Why Convert OGV to VOB?

OGV files are great for web streaming and online video, but they won't work when you're creating a DVD. DVD players require VOB format - the standard container used on every DVD disc since the format was introduced.

Converting OGV files to VOB lets you take web videos, downloaded content, or screen recordings and burn them to playable DVDs. In our testing, the conversion maintains good video quality while restructuring the data for DVD compatibility.

How to Convert OGV to VOB

  1. Upload your OGV file - Drag and drop or click to select your Ogg Video file
  2. Select VOB as output - VOB is the standard format for DVD video content
  3. Download your VOB file - Ready for DVD authoring software or direct burning

The entire process happens in your browser. No software installation required.

OGV vs VOB: Key Differences

These formats serve completely different purposes:

  • OGV (Ogg Video) - Open-source format using Theora video codec, designed for web streaming. Royalty-free and efficient for online playback.
  • VOB (Video Object) - DVD container format using MPEG-2 video with AC-3 audio. Designed for physical disc playback with chapter and menu support.

OGV prioritizes small file sizes and streaming capability. VOB prioritizes DVD player compatibility and supports features like multiple audio tracks and subtitles.

When You Need This Conversion

Creating DVDs from Web Videos

Downloaded an OGV video from a website or archive? Convert to VOB before importing into DVD authoring software like DVD Styler or ImgBurn.

Archiving Screen Recordings

Many screen recording tools output OGV files. If you want to archive these recordings on DVD for long-term storage or sharing, VOB is the required format.

Playing on Standalone DVD Players

Standard DVD players only recognize VOB files within the proper DVD structure. Your OGV files need conversion before they can play on TV-connected DVD equipment.

What to Expect from the Conversion

OGV uses Theora compression while VOB uses MPEG-2. Since you're moving from one lossy format to another, there may be slight quality differences. In our testing, the output quality remains suitable for DVD viewing distances.

File sizes will typically increase. OGV is designed for efficient web delivery, while VOB uses the higher bitrates expected for DVD playback. A 50MB OGV file might become 150-200MB as VOB.

Alternative Formats to Consider

Not creating a DVD? Consider these alternatives:

  • OGV to MP4 - Best for general playback on modern devices, smartphones, and web sharing
  • OGV to MKV - Great for archiving with multiple audio tracks and subtitles
  • OGV to AVI - Good compatibility with older Windows software

VOB is specifically for DVD creation. If you're not burning a disc, MP4 is usually the better choice.

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Your files are processed locally - they're not uploaded to our servers.

Pro Tip

When creating a DVD from multiple converted VOB files, keep total content under 4.7GB for single-layer discs or 8.5GB for dual-layer. DVD authoring software will warn you if your files exceed the disc capacity.

Common Mistake

Assuming a single VOB file is a playable DVD. DVDs require a specific folder structure (VIDEO_TS) with multiple supporting files. Use proper DVD authoring software after conversion to create a burnable disc image.

Best For

Taking web videos, downloaded OGV content, or screen recordings and burning them to physical DVDs for standalone player playback or long-term physical archival.

Not Recommended

If you're not creating a DVD, don't use VOB. For general playback, sharing, or streaming, convert OGV to MP4 instead - it's universally compatible and more efficient.

Frequently Asked Questions

OGV (Ogg Video) is an open-source video format using the Theora codec inside an Ogg container. It was developed as a royalty-free alternative to proprietary formats and is commonly used for web video streaming.

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used on DVD discs. It contains MPEG-2 video and AC-3 or DTS audio, along with support for subtitles, menus, and chapter markers. VOB files are typically found in the VIDEO_TS folder of DVDs.

There may be minor quality changes since both formats use different compression methods. OGV uses Theora while VOB uses MPEG-2. However, for DVD viewing at normal distances, the quality remains good and the difference is typically not noticeable.

Yes. Most media players including VLC, Windows Media Player, and others can play VOB files directly. However, VOB is primarily designed for DVD players and disc-based playback.

VOB uses MPEG-2 encoding at higher bitrates suitable for DVD quality playback, while OGV is optimized for smaller file sizes for web streaming. A 2-3x size increase is normal when converting from OGV to VOB.

Yes. After conversion, you'll need DVD authoring software like DVD Styler, ImgBurn, or similar tools to create a proper DVD structure and burn the disc. The VOB file alone isn't a complete DVD - it needs the proper folder structure.

Yes. You can upload multiple OGV files and convert them all to VOB in a single batch. This is helpful when preparing multiple videos for a DVD compilation.

Neither is inherently better - they serve different purposes. OGV is optimized for efficient web streaming with smaller files. VOB is optimized for DVD playback with higher bitrates. The best format depends on your use case.

No. Standard DVD players only recognize the VOB format within a proper DVD structure. OGV files must be converted to VOB and authored into a DVD before they can play on standalone DVD equipment.

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