RealAnime 6.0

Initially devised as a simple video conversion tool to produce MP4 and MKV versions of anime AVI files, it is now a discontinued utility that you can use to re-encode nearly any AVI file - including DV captures - into any of the above-mentioned output codecs. The program combines straightforward batch conversion capabilities, with some interesting advanced settings and options that more experienced users will surely enjoy.

For those looking for a fast AVI conversion tool that may produce a batch of high-quality MKV and MP4 files in just one go, this is a free tool worth trying. Those looking for a bit more sophisticated kind of AVI conversion process should also take a look at RealAnime, as this utility will allow them to select their preferred bit rates for both the audio and video streams, as well as a sample rate for the soundtrack, and the output video quality that better fits their preferences. The program comes with various "filters", which offer you more tweaking possibilities, such as changing the size of the frame (in pixels), denoising and sharpening the output file, or changing the preset audio sample rate.

However, things can be much easier than that - you can drag and drop your AVI files directly into the program's main window, select an output video codec, and watch the conversion progress while RealAnime takes care of your video files. Regrettably, this free utility was discontinued in 2007.