Best Video Formats for Downloading: MP4 vs WebM vs MKV

Understanding Video Formats

When downloading videos, you'll encounter different formats. Here's what you need to know:

MP4 (MPEG-4)

Best for: Universal compatibility

Pros	Cons

Works everywhere	Slightly larger files
Great quality	Limited features
Easy to edit	-

MP4 is our recommended format because:

Plays on all devices

Supported by all video players

Easy to share and upload

WebM

Best for: Web streaming

Pros	Cons

Smaller file size	Limited device support
Open source	May need conversion
Great for web	-

WebM is good for:

Embedding on websites

Saving storage space

YouTube uploads

MKV (Matroska)

Best for: High quality archives

Pros	Cons

Multiple audio tracks	Limited compatibility
Subtitle support	Large file sizes
Highest quality	-

MKV is ideal for:

Movie collections

Videos with subtitles

Archiving content

Audio Formats

MP3

Universal compatibility

Good quality at 320kbps

Small file sizes

AAC

Better quality than MP3

Used by Apple devices

Modern codec

How to Choose

Use Case	Recommended Format

General use	MP4
Mobile viewing	MP4 (lower resolution)
Web embedding	WebM
Archiving	MKV
Music/Podcasts	MP3

Resolution Guide

Resolution	Name	Best For

3840x2160	4K UHD	Large TVs
1920x1080	Full HD	Desktops, TVs
1280x720	HD	Laptops, Tablets
854x480	SD	Mobile, Data saving

Conclusion

For most users, MP4 at 720p or 1080p offers the best balance of quality and compatibility. Use VideoSaverOnline to download in your preferred format!