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Convert VOB to MTS - DVD Video to AVCHD Format

Transform DVD VOB files into MTS format for Blu-ray players and modern devices.

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DVD Files Won't Play on Your Blu-ray Player?

You have VOB files from a DVD but your Blu-ray player or modern TV doesn't recognize them. VOB is the standard DVD-Video format, but it's a legacy container that many newer devices skip over in favor of HD formats.

Converting to MTS (AVCHD) solves this. MTS is the format developed by Sony and Panasonic specifically for HD camcorders and Blu-ray playback. Blu-ray players recognize MTS files natively, making your old DVD content playable on modern home theater systems.

How to Convert VOB to MTS

  1. Upload your VOB file - Drag and drop or click to select your DVD video file
  2. Select MTS as output - MTS/AVCHD format is pre-selected for Blu-ray compatibility
  3. Download your MTS file - Ready for playback on Blu-ray players and HD devices

The entire process runs in your browser. No software to install, no account required.

Understanding VOB and MTS Formats

VOB (Video Object) files are the container format used on DVD-Video discs. They contain MPEG-2 video, audio tracks, subtitles, and menu navigation data. VOB files are typically found in the VIDEO_TS folder on DVDs, split into 1GB segments for compatibility with older file systems.

MTS is part of the AVCHD (Advanced Video Coding High Definition) standard. Developed jointly by Sony and Panasonic in 2006, it supports both 720p and 1080i HD resolutions. The format uses H.264/MPEG-4 AVC for video compression, delivering better quality at smaller file sizes than the MPEG-2 used in DVDs.

In our testing, converting a 4GB VOB file typically produces an MTS file around 2-3GB with noticeably improved compression efficiency while maintaining visual quality.

Why Convert to MTS Format?

Blu-ray Player Compatibility

Most Blu-ray players support MTS/AVCHD natively. You can burn MTS files to disc or play them directly from USB drives on compatible players without any additional conversion.

HD Camcorder Integration

If you're working with footage from Sony, Panasonic, Canon, or JVC camcorders, MTS is their native format. Converting your DVD content to MTS makes it compatible with the same editing workflows and playback devices.

Modern Codec Efficiency

MTS uses H.264 compression, which is significantly more efficient than the MPEG-2 codec in VOB files. You get similar or better visual quality with smaller file sizes.

Common Use Cases

Archiving DVD Collections

Converting your DVD library to MTS preserves your content in a format that modern devices understand. As DVD players become less common, having MTS files ensures your videos remain accessible.

Home Theater Systems

Many smart TVs and media players support AVCHD but struggle with raw VOB files. Converting to MTS streamlines playback on home theater setups.

Video Editing Projects

If you need to combine DVD footage with HD camcorder recordings, converting VOB to MTS puts everything in the same format for smoother editing workflows.

When to Choose a Different Format

MTS works well for Blu-ray players and specific workflows, but it's not always the best choice:

  • Web sharing - VOB to MP4 is better for online platforms and social media
  • Maximum compatibility - MP4 plays on more devices than MTS
  • Apple devices - VOB to MOV integrates better with macOS and iOS
  • Smaller files - VOB to WEBM offers efficient compression for web use

Choose MTS specifically when Blu-ray playback or AVCHD camcorder compatibility is your priority.

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Our converter runs entirely in your web browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
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  • No plugins or extensions needed

Your files stay on your device during conversion. Nothing gets uploaded to external servers.

Pro Tip

When converting multiple VOB segments from the same DVD, convert them all to MTS and most video players will play them sequentially. Or join them first if your editing software supports multi-segment import.

Common Mistake

Assuming MTS plays everywhere like MP4. While MTS works great on Blu-ray players and with camcorder software, many computers and mobile devices need specific codecs or players to handle AVCHD files.

Best For

Converting DVD content for playback on Blu-ray players or integrating with HD camcorder footage in the same AVCHD format for editing projects.

Not Recommended

Don't convert to MTS if you're sharing videos online or need broad device compatibility. MP4 is supported by far more platforms, apps, and devices than AVCHD/MTS.

Frequently Asked Questions

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used on DVD-Video discs. It contains MPEG-2 video, audio tracks, subtitles, and navigation menus. VOB files are stored in the VIDEO_TS folder on DVDs and are typically split into 1GB segments.

MTS is a high-definition video format that's part of the AVCHD standard, developed by Sony and Panasonic. It uses H.264 video compression and supports 720p and 1080i resolutions. MTS files are native to HD camcorders and play directly on most Blu-ray players.

Most Blu-ray players support MTS/AVCHD playback natively. You can burn MTS files to disc or play them from USB drives on compatible players. Check your player's specifications for AVCHD support to confirm compatibility.

The conversion maintains the original quality from your DVD source. While MTS uses more efficient H.264 compression compared to the MPEG-2 in VOB files, the visual quality remains the same as the source material.

Conversion time depends on file size and your device's processing power. A typical 1GB VOB file takes 2-5 minutes on most modern computers. The conversion runs locally in your browser.

Yes, you can upload and convert multiple VOB files in a batch. This is useful when converting entire DVDs, which typically split content across several 1GB VOB segments.

MTS and M2TS are both AVCHD formats using the same codec and compression. MTS is typically used for raw camcorder recordings, while M2TS is the format used on Blu-ray discs. Most players handle both identically.

No. The conversion process runs entirely in your browser using local processing. Your VOB files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy for your video content.

Our converter works with unencrypted VOB files only. Many commercial DVDs use CSS copy protection, which prevents direct conversion. This tool is designed for personal, unprotected DVD content.

Choose MTS if you specifically need Blu-ray player compatibility or are working with HD camcorder footage. For general use, web sharing, or maximum device compatibility, MP4 is usually the better choice.

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