Developer Tools
HomebrewWhat is HandBrake?
Open-source video transcoder
Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask handbrake-appHow 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-appPaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask handbrake-app - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm handbrake-app is installed, then try `handbrake-app --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch HandBrake
Run `handbrake-app` 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 updatefirst 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
Professional support available
Pros
- Simple one-command installation
- Well-maintained and regularly updated
- Completely free to use
Cons
- Requires Homebrew to be installed
- macOS only
Frequently Asked Questions about HandBrake
How do I install HandBrake on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run
brew install --cask handbrake-app. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run handbrake-app from Terminal.Is HandBrake free?
Yes, HandBrake is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall HandBrake?
Open Terminal and run
brew uninstall --cask handbrake-app. 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 developer tools apps available for macOS. Browse the Developer Tools 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-app 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 You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does HandBrake work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?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.
