Bitmovin Encoding
8.8#1 in video converter softwareFrom $0.03 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitBitmovin Encoding vs MKVToolNix
MKVToolNix
6.4#55 in video converter softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Bitmovin Encoding | MKVToolNix |
|---|---|---|
| Batch conversion | Yes | No |
| Founded | 2012 | 2003 |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Output formats | MPEG-2 TS,MP4,fMP4,MOV,WebM,CMAF,MXF; H.264/AVC,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,MV-HEVC,VP8,VP9,AV1; AAC,HE-AAC,MP3,Opus,Dolby audio | Matroska (MKV),WebM,AAC,AC-3,CAF,DTS,FLAC,MP2,MP3,Ogg Opus,WAV,RealMedia,TrueHD/MLP,TTA,Ogg Vorbis,WV,MPEG,H.264,H.265,AVI,Ogg and IVF |
Bitmovin Encoding plans
- Pay as you goFree
- Pay as you go (VOD Encoder)Free
- Managed Cloud VOD Encoding$0.03 a month
- CustomPriced on request
MKVToolNix plans
- MKVToolNixFree
Pick Bitmovin Encoding if…
It suits teams preparing video for streaming services that need multiple codecs, formats, or content-protection options. The free monthly allowance may suit those evaluating the service before paid usage.
Pick MKVToolNix if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.