To convert DAT files to MP4, follow these simple steps:
Download and launch Movavi Video Converter.
Add files to the program.
Choose MP4 as the output format.
Convert your files.
How to Convert DAT to MP4 [12 Best Ways]
Not sure of how to convert DAT to MP4? In this article, we'll help you to choose a video converter – free or paid – that will help you to convert a DAT file to an MP4 format.
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12 best DAT to MP4 converters – online and free tools
The programs below are free – or free trial – DAT video converters available to help you change DAT files to MP4 and make your videos viewable. The list includes DAT-to-MP4 converters online that allow you to change video formats right in your browser.
Best for: All-in-one video conversion and editing
OS: Windows, macOS
G2 rating: 4.8 out of 5, 2 reviews
If you want to convert DAT to a more accessible format so you can play your file on an iOS or Android device or transfer it to DVD, try Movavi Video Converter. This fast and easy-to-use software supports all popular video, audio, and image formats, including AVI, MOV, MKV, WMV, MPEG, MP3, FLAC, JPEG, PNG – the list goes on. Apart from changing the format, you can also change the video resolution and size. The app provides simple editing tools, like trimming, rotating, color adjustment, and stabilization.
Conversion:
Pros:
The app supports a wide range of formats, offers advanced output settings, and simple editing tools
Cons:
Can’t import videos using URLs
2. VLC
Best for: Playing nearly any video file format available
OS: Windows, macOS, Linux
CNET rating: 4.6 out of 5, 37 reviews
VLC is one of the most widely used media players available and understandably so. It has the ability to play just about all video file formats – with no additional downloads, and it’s completely free.
The media player can also optimize playback for different devices, has streaming capabilities, and the ability to convert .dat to .mp4 with video files. But most importantly, VLC is open source, so there are a nearly infinite number of plugins available that add additional features to the player.
Conversion:
Pros:
100% free and open-source program that plays nearly all file formats and can be easily customized through various plugins
Cons:
Can be tricky to edit metadata in video files
Best for: Short video conversions with the free trial
OS: macOS, Windows
Trustpilot rating: 4.8 out of 5, 117 reviews
MacX Video Converter Pro is a straightforward video conversion tool that allows you to convert videos of all types – including DAT to MP4.
The software uses a de-interlacing engine and works with hardware accelerators within popular graphics cards to output video conversions quickly, efficiently, and with high quality. Plus, the interface is very user-friendly.
The company markets the software as being able to convert videos 5x faster than other conversion tools on the market, and most reviewers agreed that it is indeed very fast.
Conversion:
Pros:
Fast conversions and basic video-editing features wrapped in a clean, simple interface
Cons:
You must download the full version to convert more than 5 minutes of video
Best for: Balancing resolution and size
OS: Windows, macOS
Trustpilot rating: 4.2 out of 5, 158 reviews
WinX Video Converter is Digiarty Sofware’s Windows-focused alternative to the MacX Converter Pro – even though both programs run on both operating systems. With the WinX Video Converter, you’ll get basically the same features and service as the MacX Converter Pro.
This program works well with taking high-quality videos and compressing them into small file sizes.
Conversion:
Pros:
Fast, lightweight program with an intuitive interface
Cons:
Importing files is a bit slow and you must download the full version to convert more than 5 minutes of video
5. VideoProc
Best for: Those who want to take a step beyond video conversion
OS: Windows, macOS
Capterra rating: 4.4 out of 5, 12 reviews
VideoProc is Digiarty’s upgrade from the WinX and MacX converters. The program adds a ton of editing features to the existing conversion capabilities, and it has a built-in media downloader.
Overall, it’s a lightweight video editor and converter for those who aren’t ready to make the jump to a professional video editing program like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut.
Conversion:
Pros:
Easy-to-learn, user-friendly interface, loads of output formats, and fast conversions
Cons:
Free trial only allows for 5 minutes of video conversion, limited sharing possibilities
Best for: Converting videos to fit many devices
OS: Windows
CNET rating: 3.8 out of 5, 14 reviews
If you’re looking for a solid DAT-to-MP4 converter for free online, then the WonderFox HD Video converter could be a viable option as long as your video is short.
The program offers some great features like cut and crop options so you can resize videos to fit them on any device. It also offers a wide range of output options.
Conversion:
Click the Add Files button at the top of the window, find and select your file, and click Open.
Drop and drag your DAT file into the center of the window – the dropbox has a large plus sign in the middle.
Pros:
The program allows you to convert videos to fit multiple devices, includes cropping and cutting tools, and supports batch conversions
Cons:
Free version limited to 5 minutes of video, 5 downloaded files, and doesn’t allow the program’s ‘Lightning Mode’
Best for: Quick, simple no-frills conversions
OS: Any
Trustpilot rating: 3.7 out of 5, 134 reviews
If you want to convert DAT to MP4 online, this is an easy free tool you can use to get the job done. It’s not the fastest software out there, but it’s free and easily accessible on any browser and through any OS.
Just download the launcher, select your file and convert. This tool will convert an unlimited number of files with no size limits.
Conversion:
Pros:
The software is completely free, converts to tons of file types, and has no limit on the file size
Cons:
Not the fastest conversion available
8. Aconvert
Best for: Small files below 200 MB
OS: Any
Scamadviser rating: 4.3 out of 5, 4 reviews
Aconvert is an all-in-one conversion site where you can convert ebooks, PDF files, images, icons, and many other types of files. On the video side, they offer an easy-to-use converter that can convert the DAT file format into MP4 and many other codecs as long as the file is under 200 MB.
Conversion:
Pros:
Aconvert offers a lot of import options and simple editing tools
Cons:
Files are automatically deleted from their server after two hours, and file size is limited to 200 MB
Best for: Small files 100 MB and under
OS: Any
Trustpilot rating: 3.5 out of 5, 14 reviews
Online-convert.com is another site that offers tons of conversion options for various file types – including DAT files. For video files, there’s a file size limit of 100 MB, but you can pay for the ability to convert larger file sizes.
The online software comes with a lot of options to alter your video, but you’ll need to understand some video editing terminology to get exactly what you want.
Conversion:
Click the grey Choose Files button, select your file, and click Open.
Drag and drop your file directly into the green box that reads Drop Files Here.
Click Enter URL, DropBox, or Google Drive buttons to upload your file from those sources.
Pros:
Straightforward and self-explanatory interface, tons of presets to get exactly what you want from the conversion, drag-and-drop feature
Cons:
Slow uploading speed, 100 MB file size limit for the free version, confusing interface
Best for: Files up to 4 GB if you have the time to wait
OS: Any
Trustpilot rating: 3.8 out of 5, 2 reviews
Finding a DAT converter for free that will convert larger file sizes can be difficult, but the Online Video Converter by 123apps does the trick. It has a very easy-to-use interface with large buttons and simple instructions. However, this software is strictly for conversions. You won’t find any other editing tools in the software.
Conversion:
Pros:
Completely free, offers over 300 conversion formats, allows uploading files up to 4 GB
Cons:
A little slow on the upload and has no editing tools at all
11. Online Converter
Best for: Small conversions you want to share to social media
OS: Any
Scamadviser rating: 3.1 out of 5, 6 reviews
If you’re looking for a simple, no-frills converter for small video files to use on social media, this is the tool. With Online Converter, you can upload files up to 200 MB for free, convert, and share them directly to social media without downloading any software. It doesn’t have much in terms of tools, but you can resize and cut your videos.
Conversion:
Pros:
Simple editing tools, simple sharing, easy to use
Cons:
Upload is very slow, 200 MB file size limit
12. Ezgif
Best for: Converting small videos into GIFs
OS: Any
WOT rating: 4.6 out of 5, 15 reviews
Although Ezgif is more known for converting videos into GIFs, you can also convert small video files – under 100 MB – into MP4 files very easily. In addition, the online program offers some useful tools to edit your video like crop, rotate, speed up, cut, resize, and subtitles.
The interface may seem daunting at first, but the buttons are all clearly labeled. Just upload the video and follow the instructions.
Conversion:
Pros:
Fast online program, offers tons of extra tools, every feature has clear instructions
Cons:
Only converts up to 100 MB
How to convert DAT files to MP4 with Movavi Video Converter
Step 1. Run the Movavi DAT converter
Open the setup file and install the converter following the on-screen instructions.
Step 2. Add the DAT files
In the program window, click Add Media then – Add Video and select the DAT files that you want to convert.
Step 3. Select the output format
Choose the desired output video format (in this case it’s MP4) in the presets ribbon menu.
Step 4. Start DAT to MP4 conversion
Click the Save to button to specify the folder in which the processed files should be saved. Finally, hit Convert.
Summary: How to choose a DAT file converter
If you’re looking to convert a video from a DAT file format into MP4, any of the options listed in this article are viable for your needs. The desktop options convert at varying speeds, and some have limitations as a free trial version. Yet, any of the programs can do the job effectively. In case you don’t want to download a program to convert your video from DAT to MP4, use one of the online tools. Most are free and some have file size limitations, so be sure to check your file before using one of the programs.
Files with a DAT extension typically have information stored within the file that’s specific to an application. Opening one is usually a matter of identifying the original program the file came from and using it to open the file.
However, the problem is that the information can come from a wide variety of programs, and identifying the specific origin program may not be easy. You can use this table below to help identify some different DAT file formats and it may lead you in the right direction on how best to open and convert the file.
Text-based DAT files
Many text-based DAT files reveal themselves in the file name – look for Adobe or Microsoft. But if you’re not sure, you can use your PCs generic notepad to see which program to use to open it.
Video DAT files
If you’re sure a DAT file is video-based, the easiest solution is to use one of the programs listed above – like the Movavi Video Converter – to convert the file into a viewable MP4.
DAT email attachment
Sometimes email attachments form as a DAT file. As long as the attachment is from a trusted source, you can download the file and use an online converter to open it. They’re usually just images or documents.
Other DAT file formats
A variety of programs use DAT files ranging from Bitcoin programs to even computer games. The key is to identify the origin program and then use it to open the file.
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