Thursday, August 20, 2015

2015 Top 3 Free DRM Removal Software Review


iTunes DRM Interface

Want to pick a DRM Media Converter but don't know which one to choose? Here is a DRM removal review that lists pros & cons of best 3 free and its alternative software with the aim of helping you find the best software to get all your iTunes Music, EBooks, movies and TV shows free from DRM. 

1. Requiem - Freeware DRM Remover for iTunes Files

Pros:
  • It's free!
  • It could crack DRM restriction from iTunes songs, videos, and EBooks.
  • Available in both Mac and Windows version.
  • Convert iTunes media files losslessly.
Cons:
  • Requiem is out of development since 2012 (version 4.1)
  • Only support iTunes 10.5 or lower.
  • Do not work with Mac OS X 10.8 or above.
  • Has to install Java on Windows version.
  • Couldn't convert iTunes rented audios and videos.

#1: M4VGear - Easier and Faster Alternative of Requiem

M4VGear M4V Converter
Pros:
  • Remove iTunes M4V videos at high speed.
  • Nice and easy to use on either Mac or Windows version.
  • It's basically a drag and drop operation.
  • Multiple output formats and predefined devices.
  • Could clip iTunes videos.
  • Retain movie quality as original; keep subtitles and multiple audio tracks.
  • Support batch conversion; in the whole process, you don’t need to customize anything.
Cons:
  • Only supports removing DRM from iTunes videos.
  • It is not free but provides a free trial version to covert 1 minute of each iTunes video.
  • Need iTunes installed.
Video tutorial on how to remove DRM from iTunes videos:
Free Trial Version:
Download M4VGear DRM Remover for Mac  Download M4VGear DRM Remover for Win

2. myFairTunes - Free iTunes Music DRM Remover

myFairTunes
Pros:
  • It's free!
  • It converts and removes DRM from iTunes M4P music.
  • Allowing users to search for DRM protected music in their entire collection.
Cons:
  • It is not completely free. It outputs only mp3 at the free stage.
  • Windows version only. ( Version 7.0.2 download )
  • Cannot convert iTunes M4V videos.
  • Needs to install Microsoft. NET Framework 2.0.
  • Lack of updates for a long time. It only supports iTunes 7.5.0 or earlier.

#2. Tune4mac M4P Converter - Better Alternative of myFairTunes

Tune4mac M4P Converter
Pros:
  • Easily remove DRM from iTunes M4P files to MP3, AAC and WAV.
  • Available in both Mac and Windows version.
  • Support batch conversion and easy-to-use.
  • No extra Hardware or Virtual Drive needed.
Cons:
  • Can’t kill DRM from iTunes videos.
  • Need iTunes installed.

3. Calibre- Free EBook DRM Converter

Calibre
Pros:
  • Convert, import and read your ebooks easily;
  • It supports 50+ eBook formats.
  • It could work on Mac, Windows and Linux. ( Download Center )
  • It gives you access to your EBook collection over the internet by using just a browser.
Cons:
  • Calibre can't support DRM protected eBook Conversion.
  • Dated interface; not enough user-friendly.
  • It does a very poor job of converting in many cases.

#3. Noteburner Audiobook Converter for Mac - Best Alternative of Calibre

Noteburner Audiobook Converter for Mac
Pros:
  • Easy to install and use.
  • Legally convert both DRM protected and DRM-free audio books to unprotected MP3, AAC, etc. 
  • Preserve ID tags and chapters after conversion.
  • Support batch conversions.
Cons:

Conclusion

In our 2015 review of the best free conversion program for killing the DRM from iTunes Music, EBooks and Videos, we collected top 3 free programs and 3 better alternatives that we could recommend with. If you want to convert without fiddling with any settings, using as few clicks as possible, I recommend you try M4VGear DRM Media Converter, which is especially suited to quickly setting up a conversion for iTunes purchased and rented M4V videos.
M4VGear for Mac
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M4VGear for Windows

1 comment:

  1. I use the iTunes DRM media converter for windows to help me convert iTunes M4V to MP4, now I can enjoy the converted movies files anywhere.

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