Yes, HandBrake is completely free to use. It is also open source, so you can inspect and contribute to the code.

How do I uninstall HandBrake?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask handbrake`. Homebrew will remove HandBrake and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

What are alternatives to HandBrake?

There are several media & entertainment apps available for macOS. Browse the Media & Entertainment category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update HandBrake to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask handbrake` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Does HandBrake work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, HandBrake can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedApril 9, 2026

HandBrake

Name: HandBrake
Availability: InStock

Open-source video transcoder

Media & EntertainmentFreeOpen Source

HandBrake screenshot — HandBrake — Official Website

What is HandBrake?

Open-source video transcoder

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask handbrake

How to Install HandBrake on Mac

Follow these steps to install HandBrake using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask handbrake
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask handbrake
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm handbrake is installed, then try `handbrake --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch HandBrake
Run `handbrake` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Open source codebase

Pros

✓Simple one-command installation
✓Well-maintained and regularly updated
✓Completely free to use

Cons

✗Requires Homebrew to be installed
✗macOS only

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Frequently Asked Questions about HandBrake

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run `brew install --cask handbrake`. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run `handbrake` from Terminal.

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HandBrake

Open-source video transcoder

Media & EntertainmentFreeOpen Source

What is HandBrake?

Open-source video transcoder

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask handbrake

How to Install HandBrake on Mac

Follow these steps to install HandBrake using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask handbrake
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask handbrake
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm handbrake is installed, then try `handbrake --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch HandBrake
Run `handbrake` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).