MediaInfo

Video & audio

Free & open sourceEditorial overview
A CLOSER LOOK

What is MediaInfo?

MediaInfo displays the technical properties and tags inside audio and video files. It helps creators diagnose format mismatches, compare deliverables and communicate precise media details without guessing from a filename or player label.

Codec and container inspection

Audio stream details

Subtitle metadata

Text and CSV reports

Is it a good fit?

Best suited to

Creators diagnosing media compatibility

Before you choose

It reports properties rather than editing media. Technical fields require some format knowledge.

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MediaInfo provides open-source desktop and command-line software under a BSD-style license. Optional store packages and professional services are separate from the free software.

Free open-source desktop/CLI software; optional store packages and professional services are separate.

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The useful parts. The trade-offs.

Why consider it

Technical reports replace guesswork about codecs and streams.

Exportable metadata makes troubleshooting easier to share.

What to keep in mind

It reports properties rather than editing media

Technical fields require some format knowledge

How to use it well

Inspect a representative source file before choosing an editing or conversion workflow. Compare resolution, frame rate, codec and audio properties against the delivery requirements.

Export a report when handing a problematic file to another person, keeping the original media unchanged for further diagnosis. No. It inspects and reports media properties; use an encoder or editor for conversion. Yes. The official site lists report formats including text, CSV and HTML.

A few things you might be wondering.

Is MediaInfo free?

MediaInfo provides open-source desktop and command-line software under a BSD-style license. Optional store packages and professional services are separate from the free software.

Can MediaInfo convert an incompatible video?

No. It inspects and reports media properties; use an encoder or editor for conversion.

Can inspection results be exported?

Yes. The official site lists report formats including text, CSV and HTML.

Where can I check the latest prices?

Use the provider link on this page. Billing period, location, team size, promotions, taxes, and optional extras may affect the amount you pay.

How should I compare this tool with alternatives?

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