Freemake Audio Converter for Windows

At a glance

Freemake Audio Converter is a straightforward, visually clean tool for converting audio between the commonly used formats — examples include MP3, WMA, FLAC, M4A and OGG. It’s designed for quick conversions without a steep learning curve, and it can also extract audio from video files.

Quick conversion walkthrough

• Add your media by dragging files onto the window or by using the program’s Add Audio control.
• If you want the soundtrack from a video, include the video files — the app will pull out the audio track.
• Choose the output format by selecting one of the format buttons displayed along the bottom of the interface.
• Pick one of the supplied presets for that format, or define a custom profile to suit your needs.
• Start the process by clicking Convert; the app supports batch jobs so you can process several files at once.

Useful extras

• Merge several tracks into a single file when you need a continuous audio file.
• Send finished MP3 or AAC files straight to iTunes from within the application.
• Create and save custom conversion profiles for frequent use.

Limitations to be aware of

• There is no built-in audio player to preview tracks inside the program, which some users may find inconvenient.
• While it covers the major formats, advanced users may miss finer control found in professional audio tools.

Verdict

If you want an uncomplicated way to convert music files or rip audio from video without fuss, Freemake Audio Converter is a capable choice. It handles batch conversions, offers handy extras like file merging and iTunes export, and keeps the workflow simple — though it lacks an internal playback feature and some advanced options.