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MediaCoder
by MediaCoder
What MediaCoder is
MediaCoder is a Windows application for converting video files and extracting audio. It supports batch conversion and hardware acceleration, with a listed maximum output resolution higher than 8k. Its video codec options include H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, VP8/VP9, MPEG-1/2/4, Flash Video, XviD, DivX, Theora, Dirac, H.263, RealVideo, Windows Media Video, Huffyuv, and MJPEG. Supported containers include MP4, WebM, F4V, FLV, Matroska, AVI, MPEG-PS, MPEG-TS, ASF, MTS/M2TS/AVCHD, QuickTime/MOV, PMP, RealMedia, and OGM. The Freeware plan allows 50 queued files, Full HD output, and a 16 Mbps output bitrate. MediaCoder also lists two other editions: MediaCoder Premium and MediaCoder Premium VOD Edition. The maker is MediaCoder, which was founded in 2005. The stated platform is Windows. The listed pricing model is freemium, and a free plan is available. No prices are given for the listed plans.
Who it suits
MediaCoder suits Windows users who need to convert batches of video files or extract audio. Its codec and container options are useful to people choosing among the formats listed for output.
What it does well
- Supports batch conversion and audio extraction.
- Hardware acceleration is supported.
- Lists output resolution higher than 8k.
- Offers a broad selection of video codecs and containers.
- Freeware plan includes 50 queued files.
What to know first
- The stated platform is Windows.
- Freeware output is limited to Full HD.
- Freeware output bitrate is limited to 16 Mbps.
Limits
The Freeware plan allows 50 queued files, Full HD output, and a 16 Mbps output bitrate.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Freeware | 50 queued files · Full HD output · 16 Mbps output bitrate | On request |
| MediaCoder Premium | — | On request |
| MediaCoder Premium VOD Edition | — | On request |
| MediaCoder freeware | one instance · 50 queued files · output bitrate up to 16Mbps · Full HD maximum | Free |
| MediaCoder Premium single licence | one-time · one physical computer · unlimited batch tasks · over-16Mbps bitrate · up to 10K · watch-folder automation · GPU encoding | A$189, paid once |
| MediaCoder Premium 2-seat licence | one-time · two simultaneous physical computers · unlimited batch tasks · over-16Mbps bitrate · up to 10K | A$252, paid once |
| MediaCoder Premium VOD single licence | one-time · one physical computer · VOD features · dual-audio processing · batch volume normalization · watch folders · GPU encoding | A$389, paid once |
| MediaCoder Premium VOD 2-seat licence | one-time · two simultaneous physical computers · VOD features · dual-audio processing · batch volume normalization | A$519, paid once |
As mediacoderhq.com lists them, read 20 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the MediaCoder website.
- Use a Windows device.
- Choose the Freeware plan or one of the listed MediaCoder editions.
- Queue video files for conversion or use audio extraction.
- Select from the listed output codecs and containers.
Verdict
Choose MediaCoder if you use Windows and need batch video conversion, audio extraction, or output in one of its listed formats. The Freeware plan has stated queue, resolution, and bitrate limits. The supplied plan information does not detail what the two other editions include.
Questions
Is MediaCoder free?
MediaCoder has a free Freeware plan. Its limits are 50 queued files, Full HD output, and a 16 Mbps output bitrate.
Which platforms does MediaCoder support?
Windows is the stated platform.
What formats does MediaCoder support?
Its listed video codecs include H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, VP8/VP9, MPEG formats, Flash Video, and others. Containers include MP4, WebM, Matroska, AVI, QuickTime/MOV, and others.
Can MediaCoder process multiple files?
Yes. Batch conversion is supported.
Can MediaCoder extract audio?
Yes. Audio extraction is supported.
What do the Premium editions cost?
MediaCoder Premium and MediaCoder Premium VOD Edition are listed, but no prices are given.
Facts from MediaCoder's own pages
- Advanced controls
- The interface exposes extensive transcoding parameters for manual tuning. · mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- API monitoring
- A GET statistics endpoint reports state, percentage, elapsed and remaining time, throughput, bitrate and frame data. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- API task control
- The API supports stopping, pausing and resuming jobs by posting state changes. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Audio extraction
- Yes · mediacoderhq.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Batch conversion
- Yes · mediacoderhq.com, 20 Sept 2026
- CLI integration
- The command-line edition is described as an integration component for third-party applications and web services and can use GUI-created preset files. · wizard.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Company identity
- The Premium site identifies the maker as Mediatronic Pty Ltd and gives ABN 57 166 888 026. · mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Disc and camera input
- It can rip Blu-ray, DVD, VCD and CD media and capture from video cameras. · mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Documentation depth
- The official documentation area links to changelog, error codes, EULA, references, Premium FAQ, Server API and translations. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Filters
- Audio and video enhancement filters are included. · mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2005 · mediacoderhq.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · mediacoderhq.com, 20 Sept 2026
- GPU encoding
- The software supports H.264 and H.265 hardware encoding through Intel QuickSync, Nvidia NVENC and CUDA. · mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Hardware acceleration
- Yes · mediacoderhq.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Latest changelog entry
- Version 0.8.68 dated 6 July 2026 rebuilt with Visual Studio 2026-18.7.3, updated FFmpeg to 8.1.2 and removed the donation prompt. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Licence authentication limitation
- Internet access is required while Premium runs unless the customer upgrades to a USB-key licence. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Licence lock issue
- An abnormal shutdown can leave a Premium licence locked until the service releases it, which may take up to 30 minutes. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Licence status
- MediaCoder itself is proprietary; its distribution contains separately licensed GPL, LGPL, BSD, public-domain and other codec components. · blog.mediacoderhq.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: errors and bugs
- VideoHelp reviewers report encoding errors, mux-stage failures, freezes and version-specific bugs. · videohelp.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: interface complexity
- Reviewers repeatedly call the interface confusing, overwhelming and difficult to learn, especially for casual users. · videohelp.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: pricing and nags
- Independent reviews complain that Premium is expensive and that freeware batches can be interrupted by purchase prompts or nagware. · snapfiles.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: support response
- A VideoHelp reviewer said repeated requests to resend a Premium licence received no answer. · videohelp.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Maker location
- MediaCoder author Stanley Huang's public developer profile lists Sydney, Australia. · github.com, 15 Oct 2026
- Maximum output resolution
- higher than 8k · mediacoderhq.com, 20 Sept 2026
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