ffWorks
ffWorks overview
ffWorks, focused on simplicity, brings a fresh approach to the use of FFmpeg, allowing you to create ultra-high-quality movies without the need to write a single line of code on the command-line.
- High Quality and Control - Convert and processes many media files with high level quality using FFmpeg with no knowledge. Advanced users are not left out in the cold with lots of options to work with.
- Media Formats - Support for many codecs and containers like MPEG4, H264, H265 HEVC, Matroska, PRORES, DNxHD, DVVideo, MPEG TS, MPEG PS, XAVS, FLV, Theora, AVI, OGG, VP8 and VP9 (.webm), Animated GIF, VOB, MXF, GFX, and many more.
- Merging Media Files - Stitch unlimited files to one file using either of two methods: concat pass-thru (blistering fast) and Complex Filter.
- Subtitles Support - Both hard-burned and soft subtitles are supported (external or embedded).
- Presets - A lot of presets are included by default: iPod, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, PS4, Xbox One, Wii-U, Android, YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, and many more.
- Encode Multiple Files at Once - Batch-encode up to 8 files at the same time.
Features
- 400+ advanced options - Convert with control and power
- 50+ video filters - Add watermark, timecode rendering, padding and cropping, rotation, video stabilisation, sharpening, blurring, deinterlacing, and much more.
- Export movies to images - Support for .png, .bmp, and .jpg
- Monitor output - Keep track of all FFmpeg output for debug errors.
- Watch folder - Drag-and-drop a media file in your watch folder, and ff·Works will automatically encode it.
- User presets - Make and manage your own user presets.
- 4K, 5K and 8K support - Create UltraHQ movies.
- Audio filters - Adjust volume, fade in/out, earwax, audio tempo, Bauer stereo, merging, channel mapping, etc.
- Images-to-movies - Convert .png, .bmp, or .jpg images to any movie format.
- Trimming movies - Cut start and endings with ease.
- Chapter editing - Add chapters with ease for MP4, MOV, and MKV formats.
- Unlimited streams - Add as many audio streams, subtitles, video, and audio filters.
What’s new in version 3.8
Updated on Nov 29 2023
- Partly rewritten FFmpeg commandline compiler for newer FFmpeg versions.
- Added support for .m4b and .mmf files.
- Added support for 1920x1080 HD1080i/24fps DNxHD (with correct bitrates).
- Added auto anamorphic aspect ratios.
- Added extra checks to prevent source file overwriting.
- Improved handling FFmpeg daily builds from 20 november and newer.
- Improved hard burning embedded subtitles.
- Improved merging files using concat.
- Improved still previews rendering.
- Improved subtitles rendering for some languages with HarfBuzz
- Fixed issue setting Aspect Ratio to 2.20:1
- Fixed issue importing DPX and SGI files.
- Fixed issue resuming and paused process.
- Fixed issue with a ‘Done' action causing the next queue item to be marked as ready.
- Fixed issue using Cropping with higher values than movie width/height.
- Fixed issue setting the audio settings when video passthru is enabled.
Important! ffWorks does not include a compiled FFmpeg file. You have to compile or download this yourself.
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App requirements
- Intel 64
- Apple Silicon
- OS X 10.10 or later
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Nov 29 2023
Version: 3.8
FFmpeg was recently updated to v6.1 "Heaviside". Gradually, the FFmpeg web tools used by ffWorks will be updated. If you'd like to read about v6.1, use this link: https://www.ffmpeg.org/index.html#news - - General information about FFmpeg is here: https://www.ffworks.net/ffmpeg-info.html - - Homebrew has not yet updated its version of FFmpeg to v6.1. Keep an eye out.
Jun 13 2023
Version: 3.4.5
Just wanted to mention that the developers at ffworks really do a fantastic job!
The day before yesterday I installed the new beta of 13.5 and I immediately noticed that several things were not working properly anymore with ffworks. Slow encodes of my clips, suddenly stopping while converting and other strange things. Reported yesterday to the ffworks devs and about 3 hours later I received a beta version that worked perfectly again! What a service! Really unseen.
Thanks again for this quick update!
Mar 9 2023
Version: 3.3.3
This is so good! There are 13 in a dozen converter apps for macOS but there is only one that is really worth using, FFWorks.
It's basically the Swiss knife among converters. And with FFmpeg as its base, you're always up-to-date with the latest technology.
Jan 24 2023
Version: 3.2.15
Awesome tool! Awesome support! Awesome dev! Thank you.
Sep 16 2022
Version: 3.2.2
When you need to convert video, this is simply the best tool. Works perfectly. Very warmly recommended.
Aug 1 2022
Version: 3.1.2
I've been using this app since the days if iffmpeg and I'm still using version 1.71 of ffworks.
Now in the old dark days of ffmpeg with a GUI from hell there was a real need for an easy to use video encoding application. Sure there's a lot to be said for Handbrake but often that application uses a hammer to crack an egg. For example if you want to change an mp4 to an mkv file then Handbrake will do a full re-encode and that's unneeded because all you're changing is the container. On the other hand ffWorks will just strip away the container.
Another thing that this app does is to add audio files to a video file. Let's say you want to add a richer audio file then it's as simple as dropping the file into the app do encode on the fly and it's done.
Now if there's something you don't understand then you can email the developers and your problem will be fixed within 24 hours.
I'm giving this app five stars because it's so useful for amateurs and professionals. And for me says it's a totally useful application.
Jun 26 2022
Version: 3.1
When I think of video files and how to convert them, I automatically think of ffWorks. It does everything in terms of video and audio manipulation and does so extremely well.
Incredibly good program !!!
May 25 2022
Version: 3.0.5
I had a very specific question about creating animated GIF. Within 2 hours I had an answer from the developers with the solution. Really fantastic programme and support.
I also really appreciate the updates. Very highly recommended by me.
5 solid golden stars!
Apr 22 2022
Version: 3.0.3
For macOS, this is simply the best you can use in its genre.
Apr 13 2022
Version: 3.0.3
On the ffWorks website, the download link does not use https (secure connection), just plain old http. Depending on your browser (I use FF), you may get a warning that the download is potentially unsafe. In addition, the company does not provide SHA-256 hash or similar to be able to verify the download (at least that I can see), so at least if they aren't going to use https, you can at least validate the download, especially if you are downloading from another source. They also don't distinguish downloads of different versions, it's always the same filename: ffWorks.dmg, so if I look at this file a month from now, I don't know what version it is unless I open it up. How hard would it be to name the downloads like 'ffWorks_303.dmg' ??
Jul 4 2021
Version: 2.3.5
Just about the best in its class. Nothing comes close in terms of usability, features and support. A keeper.
May 18 2021
Version: 2.3
Very easy to use application to convert my movie files with FFmpeg. You do have to install FFmpeg yourself but once this is behind you, everything works fine.
Apr 30 2021
Version: 2.3
I just wanted to mention that the support is very good. Very friendly and helpful.
FFWorks is highly recommended if you work with video files. The features are extensive and the quality is unseen. Thumbs up!!
Mar 24 2021
Version: 2.2.10
Just to mention: I had a little problem converting a VP8 video to HEVC with hardware accelerated encoding. The developer answered very quickly and solved the problem for me and updated the app the next day. Unbelievable support! Kudos!
Dec 18 2020
Version: 2.2.1
I bought a Mac Mini M1 last week and the first thing I did was check all my favorite apps to see if they are available in native AS. So also ffWorks.
And I was pleasantly surprised that both ffWorks and FFmpeg are available for native Apple Silicon making it future proof.
Thanks for keeping this app up to date. ffWorks is really indispensable for me! Kudos
Jul 16 2020
Version: 2.1.5
By far the best media converter on the market. Is very powerful but still easy to operate.
Jun 9 2020
Version: 2.1.1
Simply the best transcoding app available. The developers are EXTREMELY responsive and are always working to improve ffWorks.
Feb 13 2020
Version: 1.7.1
ff-mpeg is one of the best encoders around and FF-Works adds the user interface that makes it simple to use while still being able to get to the power user stuff if you need to. It's rapidly become my go-to app for all my transcoding.
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