Can I edit the converted MOV file in Final Cut Pro?

Yes. MOV is the native format for Final Cut Pro, so your converted file will import directly and work seamlessly with all editing features.

Will the conversion from AVI to MOV lose quality?

No. The conversion transfers the video and audio streams into the MOV container without re-encoding them, so your original quality is fully preserved.

Does QuickTime Player support the converted MOV file?

Yes. QuickTime Player handles MOV files natively on macOS, so your converted video will play without requiring any additional software or codecs.

Can I convert AVI files with DivX or Xvid codecs?

Yes. Our converter handles AVI files encoded with DivX, Xvid, MPEG-4, H.264, and other common codecs. The content is repackaged into the MOV container.

Is there a limit on AVI file size for conversion?

No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser, so there are no server-imposed file size limits. Larger files simply take a bit more processing time.

AVI to MOV Converter

Got AVI files that you need to work with on a Mac? Converting AVI to MOV makes your videos fully compatible with Apple's media ecosystem, including Final Cut Pro, iMovie, and QuickTime Player. This is especially useful when transitioning from a Windows-based workflow to Mac-based video production.

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Convert MOV to AVI instead

AVI to MOV conversion remuxes your video and audio streams into Apple's QuickTime container. No transcoding occurs, so the original bitrate, resolution, and audio fidelity are fully preserved in the output file.

How to Convert AVI to MOV

1
Upload your AVI video file by dragging it into the converter or clicking the upload button.
2
Select MOV as your desired output format.
3
Click Convert and download your Apple-compatible MOV file.

AVI vs MOV — Format Comparison

Feature	AVI	MOV
Full Name	Audio Video Interleave	Apple QuickTime Movie
Type	Video	Video
Codec	DivX / Xvid / H.264 / Uncompressed	H.264 / ProRes / HEVC
Lossless	No	No
Extension	.avi	.mov
Best For	Legacy video archives	iPhone and iPad video recording

AVI Strengths

Wide compatibility with legacy systems
Simple file structure
Can contain uncompressed video for editing

MOV Strengths

Native support on Apple devices and macOS
Supports high-quality ProRes codec
Excellent for video editing workflows

Frequently Asked Questions

When to Convert AVI to MOV

Importing Windows AVI recordings into Final Cut Pro or iMovie
Making legacy AVI footage playable in QuickTime Player on Mac
Transitioning a Windows video library to Apple-compatible formats
Preparing AVI camera footage for Mac-based post-production workflows

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AVIMP4 AVIMKV AVIWebM AVIMP3 MP4MOV MKVMOV WebMMOV

About Our AVI to MOV Converter

This converter uses FFmpeg compiled to WebAssembly (WASM) to transform your AVI files into MOV format entirely inside your web browser. When you select a file for conversion, the processing happens locally on your device. Your file is never uploaded to any server, never transmitted over the internet, and never stored anywhere outside your own computer. This privacy-first architecture makes our tool safe for confidential and sensitive content — including legal recordings, medical files, financial presentations, personal media, and any other material you would not want on a third-party server.

The conversion process works by decoding the AVI input using FFmpeg's highly optimized decoders, then encoding the output in MOV format with carefully tuned settings that balance quality and file size. When possible, the tool uses stream copy mode to remux (rewrap) compatible streams without re-encoding, which preserves the original quality with zero generational loss. When re-encoding is necessary due to codec differences between the two formats, the converter uses high-quality encoding settings to minimize any visible or audible quality reduction.

Supported input formats include MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, and WebM for video, with automatic detection of the codecs and parameters inside your source file. The output is optimized for maximum compatibility with modern devices and platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, smart TVs, and all major web browsers.

Why browser-based conversion is safer: traditional online converters require you to upload your file to a remote server, where it is processed by third-party infrastructure and then made available for download. This workflow exposes your data to interception during upload, unauthorized access on the server, unclear data retention policies, and potential data breaches. Professionals in regulated industries such as healthcare (HIPAA), legal (attorney-client privilege), and finance (SOX, GDPR) often cannot use server-based converters without violating compliance requirements. Our WebAssembly-powered approach eliminates all of these risks by ensuring your data never leaves the browser sandbox on your own device.

The tool handles files up to 500 MB on desktop browsers and 200 MB on mobile devices. No account registration, no software installation, and no recurring subscription is required. Conversion typically completes in seconds for small files and a few minutes for larger ones, depending on your device's processing capabilities. Once the conversion is finished, you can download the result immediately and the source data is discarded from browser memory.