Convert AVI to MOV online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. MOV is lossy and ideal for editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
AVI
Audio Video Interleave — An older Microsoft container with large file sizes and limited modern support.
MOV
QuickTime Movie — Apple's high-quality container, often large and used for capture and editing.
How to convert AVI to MOV
- 1Upload your AVI file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your AVI file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to MOV
MOV is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your MOV file
Your MOV file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
AVI vs MOV
| AVI | MOV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Audio Video Interleave | QuickTime Movie |
| Type | Video | Video |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Best for | legacy video; usually converted to MP4 or WebM | editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting AVI to MOV lose quality?
Both AVI and MOV use compression, so re-encoding discards a little more data. For a single conversion the change is virtually invisible; just avoid repeatedly re-converting the same file.
What's the difference between AVI and MOV?
Audio Video Interleave (AVI) is lossy and best for legacy video; usually converted to MP4 or WebM. QuickTime Movie (MOV) is lossy and best for editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution. Convert AVI to MOV when you need a video for editing on Apple devices.
Is the AVI to MOV converter free?
Yes — converting AVI to MOV is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my AVI files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert AVI to MOV on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert AVI to MOV?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert AVI files to?
Besides MOV, you can convert AVI to AAC, FLAC, FLV, GIF, JPG, M4A and more — see the full list of AVI conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026