Convert MOV to 3GP

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MOV vs 3GP Format Comparison

Aspect	MOV (Source Format)	3GP (Target Format)
Format Overview	MOV QuickTime Movie Apple QuickTime container supporting multiple codecs and tracks, widely used in professional editing. QuickTime	3GP 3rd Generation Partnership Project Lightweight container optimized for mobile phones and low-bandwidth video streaming. 3GP
Container/Codecs	Supports H.264, ProRes, HEVC, and various audio codecs in a QuickTime container.	Typically H.263 or H.264 video with AMR or AAC audio in a simplified MPEG-4 container.
Compression	Variable: from efficient H.264 to high-quality ProRes, balancing size and quality.	Optimized for low resolution and bitrate to accommodate mobile networks.
Quality	High potential quality depending on chosen codec and settings.	Lower resolution (240p–480p) suitable for small screens and messaging.
File Size	Medium to large (10–100+ MB per minute) based on codec.	Very small (1–10 MB per minute) ideal for constrained devices and data plans.
Compatibility	Native on macOS/iOS and QuickTime Player; supported in editing suites.	Native on most mobile phones and basic smartphones; supported by messaging apps.
Streaming Support	Supports progressive download and HTTP streaming.	Designed for low-bandwidth progressive download on mobile networks.
Use Cases	Professional editing workflows High-definition archiving	Mobile video playback Low-bandwidth streaming Offline messaging and sharing
Advantages	High-quality codec support Multiple track support	Compact and efficient Broad mobile compatibility
Disadvantages	Large file sizes for high-quality codecs Less suitable for streaming	Low resolution and quality Limited advanced features (no subtitles)
Tooling & Ecosystem	Final Cut Pro Adobe Premiere Pro QuickTime Pro	Mobile video players FFmpeg
Metadata Support	Extensive metadata including timecodes, chapters, and tags.	Minimal metadata: basic titles and duration.

Why Convert MOV to 3GP?

Converting MOV to 3GP ensures your videos play smoothly on older mobile phones and conserve data usage by reducing file size.

Our converter uses FFmpeg to transcode high-quality streams into H.263/H.264 video and AMR/AAC audio, producing compact files ideal for messaging and offline playback.

3GP remains a standard for legacy mobile devices and low-bandwidth scenarios, making it perfect for basic smartphones and multimedia messaging.