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The Best DVD Burning Software for 2012 - After Dozens Tested I Found a Favorite

Reviewed by , Lead Product Tester for BurnWorld
Test Date (updated) : October 10, 2011
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DVD Burning LogoI know many of you are searching for a burning software that can tackle multiple DVD projects. From DVD Copying, to Data backup, to converting video into DVD format etc... But with all of the choices now in 2011 it can seem a bit overwhelming. So I set out on a mission to determine what software is the best in the majority of DVD burning tasks, or what offers the best performance, is the most reliable, and heck "just plain looks good".

But first, why should you trust my review over the 100's of others online? Well OK since you asked, I started BurnWorld.com about 10 years ago with a few coworkers when we worked for a small disc burning API company that supplied burning functionality to iTunes, Symantec, Medical Imaging companies, government projects and more like this. At the time there was not that much information around the 'burning' industry except for some uber geeky behind the technology scenes and software company sites. So it was a natural fit for us to bring the consumers of this technology a real sense of what the technology can do for them and what products are available that will make their lives easier.

Which brings me back to the original question: Since 2001 I have tested nearly every single DVD burning application that has hit the market. Some titles have come and gone and others are still around after all these years and there are a few new surprises. Here is our quick assessment of this new software.......


My Pick for Best Burning Software for 2012

  PROGRAM WHAT I THINK!
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123 Copy DVD Platinum 2012
123 Copy DVD Platinum 2012
Size: 35MB
Price: MSRP $69.99
BurnWorld Rating: 5 out of 5

123 Copy DVD Platinum HD 2012

This is the latest DVD, Blu-Ray, and Video software that offers everything you need to work with your Data, Video and Audio files. I'm usually not easily impressed with other audio/video software because they tend to only do one function: ie. Burn a DVD or Convert Video only. However this package does it all. It even supports converting video to your portable gadgets like iPhones, iPad, Android devices (phones, tablets) and more.

Work with Blu-Ray too? Well so does this software. Here is a list of the main functions that this software will do for you.

  • Copy Blu-ray and DVD movies to Blu-ray or standard DVD discs for amazing near Blu-ray quality
  • Rip ANY DVD movie to DVD (single or dual layer) or to your PC
  • Copy ANY DVD movie or movie/video from the internet to your smart phone, Apple TV, iPhone, iPod, iPod Touch, PSP, PS3, XBOX 360, Zune, Gigabeat, Creative Zen, Blackberry and more
  • Convert ANY DVD to DivX, AVI, Windows Media Video (WMV), and MPEG4
  • Convert video from camcorders to DVD
  • Convert and Burn YouTube, Google Video, Metacafe, MyVideo, blip.tv, Putfile, Break and Myspace videos to DVD
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Other Burning software we tested are below.

  PROGRAM WHAT I THINK! OVERALL
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DVD NeXt Copy Next Tech

When I was first looking for a DVD Burning App I had 3 requirements: Can I copy DVD's easily, Can I make backup discs of my important files, music, docs, etc, and Can I burn home DVD movies from my existing videos. I was pleased to find that DVD NeXt Copy did all of these and did it well.

DVD Next Copy Review

3 DVD Cloner 8

DVD Cloner 8 offers one of the very best DVD copy functions that you can find in a burning software. If you are only looking to copy DVD discs and copy them speed and with consistent burns then DVD Cloner is the one software you should be look at. First started in 2003 DVD Cloner has stood the test of time and continues to be one of my favorite single function applications. Why only 4 stars then? Since I am comparing it to full DVD burning software I have to downgrade it a bit because it only copies DVDs.
DVD Cloner 8 Review

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  • Upon registering any Need4Video tool, you receive unlimited access to any existing and new Need4Video software, including future updates and upgrades.
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And the rest of the best

Other Recommendations for an All-Around Burning App for 2012
Roxio Creator 2012

Creator 2012 has by far the most utilities ever found in a CD/DVD/Blu Ray Media package all put together in one bundle. Whatever you can think of doing with your media you can do with Creator 2012. Now supports 3D. Watch 3D movies or create your own 3D pictures or videos with their built in 2D to 3D conversion.
OS: Windows 7/2000/XP/Vista
File Size: 67.5MB
License: $79.99 after rebate
Overall: Features: Ease of Use: Burning Compatibility:
(4 of 5) (5 of 5) (4 of 5) (4 of 5)

4 DVD Apps in 1 - DVD Copy, DVD Ripper, DVD Creator, Video Converter

Wondershare All In One DVD Pack

Everything is bundled in this pack of DVD tools that you need for your DVD projects. With this collection you can copy your DVD discs (backup to blank DVD or to PC for discless movie viewing), Create DVD's from your videos, Rip DVD movie to other video formats (iPod, iPad, Android, etc..) and convert any video you have into any format that you need.

OS: Windows 7/2000/XP/Vista
File Size: 15.1MB
License: Bundle Price $66
Overall: Features: Ease of Use: Burning Compatibility:
(5 of 5) (5 of 5) (4 of 5) (5 of 5)

Cheetah DVD Burner
Entry level DVD burning app. Easy to use CD/DVD burning application. Will burn data,audio, pics, video to cd or DVD discs as data backup. Great software for basic DVD burning tasks. OS: Windows 7/2000/XP/Vista
File Size: 5.1MB
License: $25
Overall: Features: Ease of Use: Burning Compatibility:
(4 of 5) (3 of 5) (4 of 5) (4 of 5)

Nero 11
Nero 11 Ultra Edition enables you to experience your digital media in completely new and innovative ways. With the addition of the Nero Home media manager, you can now have the complete PC and TV experience. Whether you want to access your media files from the comfort of your living room, or complete digital media projects on your PC, Nero 8 Ultra Edition is all you need. OS: Windows Vista 7/2000/XP
File Size: 7.1MB
License: $79.99

This is great but are there any drawbacks on using Free DVD Burning Software?

Like everyone else I prefer the free software model over paid any day. However in the case of burning software, free is not really free. Most of the apps you don't need to pay to use often include buggy software code, infrequent updates, no support, banner ads, pop up scripts, and often times malware. There are a few exceptions like CDBurnerXP and CopyToDVD 4.0 which offer basic disc burning to backup your files to CD or DVD. But this app is limited in functionality where you can only burn files to disc. This is true with other free apps as well, they usually only include one function. So while free is good, if you want more advanced features that you actually want to use a paid option is the way to go. Just my 2 cents. ;)

 

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