WinX DVD Ripper vs WinX DVD Ripper Platinum: What's the Difference

Many existing and prospective WinXDVD users have similar questions: If the free version of WinX DVD Ripper already meets basic needs, what additional benefits does WinX DVD Ripper Platinum offer? And what are the key differences between WinX DVD Ripper Platinum and the free edition?

In this article, we compare WinX DVD Ripper and WinX DVD Ripper Platinum side by side, clearly outlining the differences between the free and paid versions to help you decide which one best suits your needs.

Part 1: Compare WinX DVD Ripper vs WinX DVD Ripper Platinum in All Aspects

1. Inputs

In the first comparison round of WinX DVD Ripper vs. WinX DVD Ripper Platinum, let's start with input source compatibility—one of the most practical differences between the two editions. The free version of WinX DVD Ripper handles standard DVDs, DVD folders, and homemade discs well, and it can deal with DVDs protected by basic copy protection. However, it does not support DVD ISO image files and cannot bypass more advanced encryption schemes, such as Disney X-Project DRM.

WinX DVD Ripper Platinum, by contrast, offers far broader DVD input support. It can back up nearly all DVD sources—including discs, folders, and ISO images—and remove most common and advanced copy protections for personal use. This includes the latest Disney DRM, CSS encryption, region codes, Sony ARccOS, UOPs, APS, RCE, and more. As new DVDs are released, the Platinum version is continuously updated to maintain compatibility with newer and more complex protections.

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2. Outputs

Continuing the comparison between WinX DVD Ripper and WinX DVD Ripper Platinum, output format support and backup flexibility mark another clear distinction. The free version covers the essentials, allowing users to convert DVDs to common formats such as MP4, MPEG, WMV, FLV, MOV, and MP3—sufficient for many basic playback and sharing needs.

However, users who require broader format compatibility will find the Platinum edition far more capable. It supports ripping DVDs to additional formats including AVI, M4V, AVC, MTS, M2TS, TS, and more. To streamline online sharing, WinX DVD Ripper Platinum also groups web video profiles by platform—such as general profiles, YouTube, Facebook, and Vimeo—making it easier to prepare DVD content for direct upload.

Beyond format conversion, WinX DVD Ripper Platinum stands out with its dedicated DVD copy modes. These allow users to clone DVDs to ISO images, MPEG2, multi-track MPEG2, or full DVD VIDEO_TS folders at high speed while preserving original video and audio quality, making it a practical choice for users who need reliable, lossless DVD backups.

3. Supported Devices

When it comes to device compatibility, WinX DVD Ripper mainly targets older and entry-level playback scenarios. It supports ripping DVDs for classic devices such as iPod, iPod Mini, iPod 4, Apple TV, iPhone 3G/3GS/4/4S, PSP, as well as some earlier Samsung and HTC phones or tablets. For a completely free DVD ripper, this level of support is reasonable, but it clearly reflects the limitations of an entry-tier solution.

In contrast, WinX DVD Ripper Platinum is designed for modern and future-proof device playback. It comes with over 350 built-in output profiles, covering almost all mainstream and popular devices and platforms, including iPhone 17, iPad/Mini/Air/Pro, iPod Touch 5, iTunes, iMovie, Android devices, Samsung Galaxy, HTC One, Sony Xperia, Windows Phone 8, Windows 10 Mobile, Microsoft Surface tablets, Xbox, PS5/PS4, Motorola, BlackBerry, Nokia, and more.

Thanks to these extensive presets, users can simply select their target device and start ripping immediately—without manually adjusting codecs, resolution, bitrate, or other technical parameters. This makes WinX DVD Ripper Platinum especially suitable for users who value convenience, compatibility, and consistent output quality across multiple devices.

4. Speed

WinX DVD Ripper is a fast free DVD conversion program, leveraging Hyper-Threading and the Super Encode Engine based on MMX, SSE, and 3DNow! technologies. Its ripping speed is typically 3–5 times faster than other free DVD rippers such as HandBrake (see WinX DVD Ripper vs. HandBrake).

Even more impressively, official tests show that WinX DVD Ripper Platinum can convert DVDs 30–40% faster than the free version on the same hardware, and up to twice as fast as many other commercial DVD software solutions. This speed advantage comes from full support for multi-core CPUs (up to 8 cores), optimized utilization of Intel i5/i7 processors, and ultra-fast DVD copy modes.

Additionally, level-3 hardware acceleration further boosts ripping speed while significantly reducing CPU usage and system temperature, making Platinum a highly efficient choice for users who need both speed and quality in DVD backups and conversions.

5. Quality

WinX DVD Ripper vs. WinX DVD Ripper Platinum in terms of output quality: Both versions allow advanced users to adjust encoding parameters to balance video quality and file size. However, the Platinum edition offers additional flexibility, enabling users to create custom profiles, crop the output video, and rename target files with ease.

Moreover, WinX DVD Ripper Platinum is equipped with the "Yadif Double Frames" de-interlacing engine and the High Quality Engine, ensuring the highest possible video quality for DVD conversions. This makes it particularly suitable for users who demand precise control over both visual fidelity and output settings.

6. Small Features

Both of the two editions are user friendly. They have previewing windows to preview movies in advance, and allow users to adjust audio video settings. WinX DVD Ripper Platinum is more detail-based, for example, in video editing features. It can merge multiple DVD titles to make a highlight video, trim and crop DVD videos.

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WinX DVD Ripper vs WinX DVD Ripper Platinum in Everything

Please see the following table on the results of comparing WinX DVD Ripper Platinum with WinX DVD Ripper.

Part 2: Conclusion - Upgrade to WinX DVD Ripper Platinum!

Let's say, WinX DVD Ripper Platinum is more professional, intelligent, supportive and easy-to-use in function, faster in speed and higher in DVD conversion quality, which proves it is the winner in everything over WinX DVD Ripper the free edition. But it does not mean that all users have to upgrade the free version to the platinum one, because not everyone desires to pay for a piece of DVD backup software and needs so many features. However, if you are a frequent DVD buyer who need to make DVD backups or a movie fan in need of watching movies with excellent quality in more portable ways, WinX DVD Ripper Platinum is certainly worth having.

Disclaimer: Digiarty Software does not advocate ripping copy-protected DVDs for any commercial purpose and suggests referring to the DVD copyright laws in your countries before doing so.