What is the difference between TS and MPEG program stream?

Both can contain MPEG-2 or H.264 video. TS includes error correction for broadcast, while MPEG program streams are designed for reliable storage media like DVDs.

Is this conversion lossless?

If the TS contains MPEG-2 video, the conversion can be a lossless remux from transport stream to program stream format, simply changing the container structure.

Can I use the MPEG to author a DVD?

Yes. MPEG program streams are the standard input for DVD authoring software. The converted file is ready for disc creation.

Will the file size change?

Minimal. If it is a remux between container formats with the same codec, the file size is virtually identical. TS overhead for error correction is removed.

Does this handle HD Transport Stream files?

Yes. The converter processes TS files at any resolution, though DVD authoring typically requires standard-definition MPEG-2.

TS to MPEG Converter

Transport Stream and MPEG program stream use the same underlying codecs but different container structures. Converting TS to MPEG reformats broadcast recordings into program stream format compatible with DVD authoring tools and legacy media systems that expect MPEG program streams.

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Convert MPEG to TS instead

When both the TS and MPEG files use MPEG-2 video, this conversion is a lossless remux between container formats. The video and audio data is simply repackaged from transport stream to program stream structure with no quality change.

How to Convert TS to MPEG

1
Upload your TS video file to the converter using drag-and-drop or the file picker.
2
Select MPEG as your target output format.
3
Hit Convert and download your MPEG file once the process finishes.

TS vs MPEG — Format Comparison

Feature	TS	MPEG
Full Name	MPEG Transport Stream	Moving Picture Experts Group
Type	Video	Video
Codec	MPEG-2 / H.264 / H.265	MPEG-1 / MPEG-2
Lossless	No	No
Extension	.ts	.mpeg
Best For	Digital TV and HDTV recordings	DVD video content

TS Strengths

Error-resilient for broadcast transmission
Standard format for HDTV and Blu-ray
Supports multiple audio and subtitle streams

MPEG Strengths

Universal hardware decoder support
Standard format for DVD and broadcast video
Reliable playback across all platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

When to Convert TS to MPEG

Creating DVD-compatible files from broadcast TV recordings
Converting DVR Transport Stream captures for DVD authoring
Reformatting TS program recordings to MPEG program streams
Preparing broadcast content for legacy systems expecting MPEG-PS

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About Our TS to MPEG Converter

This converter uses FFmpeg compiled to WebAssembly (WASM) to transform your TS files into MPEG 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 TS input using FFmpeg's highly optimized decoders, then encoding the output in MPEG 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.