Convert MOV to TS
Max file size 100mb.
MOV vs TS Format Comparison
Aspect | MOV (Source Format) | TS (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
MOV
QuickTime Movie
Apple QuickTime container supporting multiple codecs and tracks, widely used in professional editing. QuickTime |
TS
MPEG Transport Stream
Container designed for transmission and storage of audio, video, and data, widely used in broadcasting. TS |
Container/Codecs | Supports H.264, ProRes, HEVC, and various audio codecs in a QuickTime container. |
Typically H.264/AAC or MPEG-2 video with AAC/MP2 audio in transport stream segments. |
Compression | Variable: from efficient H.264 to high-quality ProRes, balancing size and quality. |
Efficient streaming compression, balancing error resilience and bitrate control. |
Quality | High potential quality depending on chosen codec and settings. |
High quality suitable for broadcast and surveillance video, depends on codec and bitrate. |
File Size | Medium to large (10–100+ MB per minute) based on codec. |
Variable (8–60 MB per minute); optimized for streaming segments. |
Compatibility | Native on macOS/iOS and QuickTime Player; supported in editing suites. |
Supported by broadcast receivers, VLC, FFmpeg, and streaming servers. |
Streaming Support | Supports progressive download and HTTP streaming. |
Designed for real-time streaming over UDP, HTTP Live Streaming (HLS), and DVB. |
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Metadata Support | Extensive metadata including timecodes, chapters, and tags. |
Basic program information and stream descriptors; supports closed captions in PES. |
Why Convert MOV to TS?
Converting MOV to TS ensures compatibility with broadcast and streaming workflows requiring transport streams.
Our converter uses FFmpeg to remux or transcode QuickTime content into MPEG-TS segments, providing reliable delivery over UDP and HLS.
TS format is widely used for live broadcasting, surveillance archiving, and adaptive streaming solutions.