FastFlix 6.1.0

Built as an FFmpeg wrapper, FastFlix lets you tap into professional-grade software encoders like x264, x265, SVT-AV1, rav1e, and AOM AV1 - plus VP9 and even VVC - without memorizing a single command-line flag.

It also integrates hardware-accelerated encoding through NVEnc for NVIDIA GPUs, QSVEnc for Intel, and VCEEnc for AMD, so you can leverage your graphics card for dramatically faster exports.

HDR10 and HDR10+ Metadata Preservation

What truly sets FastFlix apart from alternatives like HandBrake or XMedia Recode is its focus on HDR metadata. FastFlix automatically extracts and copies HDR10 data when encoding with x265, NVEncC, VCEEncC, and QSVEncC.

It also supports HDR10+ metadata pass-through for HEVC encodes via x265, making it one of the few free tools that handle dynamic HDR without losing critical color information.

On any 10-bit or higher video output, FastFlix preserves the input HDR colorspace and passes through HLG color transfer information. For Windows users with NVIDIA cards, the NVEncC hardware encoder is currently the best option for HDR10+ encoding through FastFlix.

Multi-Codec Flexibility

FastFlix supports an impressive range of encoding options. For maximum compatibility, encode with H.264/AVC - still the universal standard across every device and platform. When file size matters more, switch to HEVC/H.265 for roughly 50% smaller files at equivalent quality.

For future-proof, royalty-free encoding, the AV1 codec delivers even better compression - and FastFlix supports three separate AV1 encoders (SVT-AV1, rav1e, and libaom) plus hardware AV1 encoding on NVIDIA RTX 4000 series, Intel Arc, and AMD 7000 series GPUs.

Beyond video encoding, FastFlix handles GIF, WebP, and AVIF creation directly from video sources, making it a versatile tool for content creators who need animated clips or modern image formats alongside their video workflows.

Cross-Platform and Open Source

FastFlix runs natively on Windows, macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), and Linux. The entire project is open source under the MIT license, with an active community contributing translations into 12 languages including Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

The software requires FFmpeg version 4.3 or higher (5.0+ recommended) installed on your system. For hardware encoding, you will need to download the appropriate encoder from rigaya's repositories separately and link them through FastFlix's settings panel. The setup is straightforward and well-documented on the project's wiki.

How FastFlix Compares

If you prefer a more guided experience with device-specific presets, HandBrake remains the go-to choice.

For advanced users who want maximum control over filters and encoding parameters, StaxRip offers deeper customization. VidCoder excels at DVD and Blu-ray ripping workflows, while Shutter Encoder provides batch processing with an editing-focused interface. For dedicated AV1 encoding with a GUI, NEAV1E is another excellent option.

FastFlix's sweet spot sits right between these tools - it combines broad codec support with genuine HDR metadata handling in an interface that stays out of your way. If you are working with 4K HDR content and need a free encoding solution that preserves your color metadata, FastFlix is hard to beat.

Download FastFlix 5.13 and start encoding H.264, HEVC, and AV1 video with full HDR support today.

After encoding, use MKVToolNix to edit MKV containers without re-encoding, or verify your output with the K-Lite Codec Pack for reliable playback testing across all formats.