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| Video compression | 94/100 MP4 · Output attached | 86/100 MP4 · Output attached | Active task |
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Browse this task →| Criterion | VideoSmaller Video compression 94/100 Seven-aspect task score 100% free without registration, directly exporting 1080p original-resolution unwatermarked MP4 (67.78% size reduction, 3.1x compression ratio) in 22.54s server transcoding time; the page displays ads but offers an explicit server file deletion link. Tested export MP4 · Output attached Historical test · 2026-11-04 | VEED Video compression 86/100 Seven-aspect task score Free accounts can export 720p H.264 MP4 compressed videos (66.63% size reduction, 3.0x compression ratio) with complete duration and audio retention, but exports carry a VEED watermark and cloud rendering takes 60.08 seconds. Tested export MP4 · Output attached Historical test · 2026-11-04 |
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| Pricing plans | VideoSmaller 100% free web utility structure · 2026-10-30 Plan · source date Monthly / one-time Annual bill / period Quota & limits Free2026-10-30 ↗ Free Free Free 100% free without login, up to 500MB file limit, unlimited conversions MP4/AVI/MOV video compression, low compression quality mode, scale video width, remove audio 1 plan / billing-period records, all listed; — means that period is not recorded. All features are 100% free without sign-up or payment, supporting files up to 500MB. Cancellation, sources & verification recordCancellation and refund terms unverified VideoSmaller Official Homepage ↗ · 2026-10-30 Capture 1 ↗ | Sitewide video editing, subtitle generation, and AI video creation pricing · 2026-10-29 Plan · source date Monthly / one-time Annual bill / period Quota & limits Free2026-10-29 ↗ Free Free Free Basic video editing preview, no credit card required Access to basic video editing tools, filters, and subtitles；VEED watermark on export, 720p resolution limit, limited AI credits；Free forever；No expiration Creator (Monthly)2026-10-29 ↗ USD 25/month — Monthly 500 Credits/month (~125 AI videos), 1 editor seat No watermark, 1080p Full HD exports, unlimited video length, 10 hrs/mo subtitles, 15+ AI tools；Auto-renews monthly at $25/month; no 4K export Rules [1] [2]Creator (Annual)2026-10-29 ↗ — USD 120/year Annual 6,000 Credits/year (~1,500 AI videos), 1 editor seat No watermark, 1080p Full HD exports, unlimited video length, 120 hrs/yr subtitles, 15+ AI tools；Billed annually at $120/year ($10/mo equivalent, saves 60%) Rules [3] [4]Pro (Monthly)2026-10-29 ↗ USD 45/month — Monthly 1,500 Credits/month (~375 AI videos), 1 editor seat Everything in Creator, 4K export quality, 50GB storage, 50+ languages translation, unlimited auto subtitles, multiple brand kits；Auto-renews monthly at $45/month Rules [1] [2]Pro (Annual)2026-10-29 ↗ — USD 228/year Annual 18,000 Credits/year (~4,500 AI videos), 1 editor seat Everything in Creator, 4K export quality, 50GB storage, 50+ languages translation, unlimited auto subtitles, multiple brand kits；Billed annually at $228/year ($19/mo equivalent, saves ~58%) Rules [3] [4]Enterprise2026-10-29 ↗ Contact sales Quoted Quoted Custom AI credits, centralized team and workspace management Centralized team management, video review mode, privacy controls, customer success manager；Requires contacting sales for enterprise agreement；Contract renewal；Per contract duration 6 plan / billing-period records, all listed; — means that period is not recorded. Free trial available without credit card (watermarked, 720p); Creator plan is $25/mo or $120/yr ($10/mo equivalent, saves 60%); Pro plan is $45/mo or $228/yr ($19/mo equivalent); Enterprise tier offers custom terms. Cancellation, sources & verification recordCancellation and refund terms unverified VEED Official Pricing Page ↗ · 2026-10-29 Capture 1 ↗ |
| Free & trial allowance on the test date | Unlimited free usage with no daily limits or login barriers | Free exports carry a VEED watermark; no rigid daily compression counter |
| Cancellation & refunds | Not verified | Not verified |
| Disclosure of costs & limits | Not verified | Not verified |
| Task quality | ||
| Measured fixture results | Size reduction: -67.78% · Duration retention: 100% · Video duration: 10s · 1080p preserved: Pass | Size reduction: -66.63% · Duration retention: 100% · Video duration: 10s · 1080p preserved: Fail |
| Fixture findings | Perfect preservation of original 1920x1080 Full HD resolution and stereo audio, with zero watermarks or visible compression artifacts. | Compressed video remains crisp and audio stays in sync; a translucent VEED watermark is overlaid at top-right and resolution downscales from 1080p to 720p. |
| Original historical observation | VideoSmaller compresses the 3.97 MB 1080p 30fps anchor down to 1.28 MB under default settings with crisp visual quality, no visible compression artifacts, full audio sync, and zero added watermarks. | VEED compresses the 3.97 MB 1080p 30fps anchor into a 1.33 MB 720p MP4 file under default standard settings with smooth playback, preserved audio sync, and a translucent top-right VEED logo. |
| Suitable uses · historical assessment | Not verified | Not verified |
| Result & output evidence | ||
| Delivery capabilities | ||
| Recorded export specifications | MP4 · Output attached · Check watermark record | MP4 · Output attached · Check watermark record |
| Historical specification note · not an official maximum | 1920×1080 (1080p H.264 MP4 native export, zero watermark) | 1280×720 (720p H.264 MP4 native export, with VEED watermark) |
| Watermark observation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Batch & API | Not verified | Not verified |
| Recorded free-tier dimensions | 1920 × 1080 | 1280 × 720 |
| Attached file dimensions | Not verified | Not verified |
| Speed & reliability | ||
| Timing observation | Network-observed server wait: 22.54s · End-to-end reference: 22.54s | Network-observed server wait: 60.08s · End-to-end reference: 60.08s |
| Date & fixture | 2026-11-04 · anchor_videocompress_v1 · US-West (California, AS2914) | 2026-11-04 · anchor_videocompress_v1 · US-West (California, AS2914) |
| Repeated tests & reliability | No standardized repetition count, success rate or variability range is recorded. | No standardized repetition count, success rate or variability range is recorded. |
| Interaction experience | ||
| Account requirements | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sign-in methods | No login required (direct browser utility) | Supports Google OAuth, Apple ID, and email login |
| Manual adjustment | Not verified | Not verified |
| Interaction observations | Simple form upload and direct submission; completion is marked with a clear green download box and instant deletion link; contains display ads but no intrusive interstitial blockers (28/30). | Web video compressor studio supports one-click compression after upload; export panel clearly distinguishes free 720p download from premium 1080p watermark-free options without deceptive blockers (26/30). |
| Background & reputation | ||
| Service lifecycle notice | Not verified | Not verified |
| Operator | FileConverto | VEED Limited |
| Recorded origin | United States | London, United Kingdom |
| Domain history record | Domain registered in 2017 | Domain registered in 2018 |
| Background & reputation assessment | Continuously operated and maintained by the FileConverto team since 2017, focusing on practical format conversion and compression utilities with reliable long-term service (16/20). | UK registered entity (VEED Limited) backed by Sequoia Capital with mature and lawful operations (16.5/20). |
| External reputation record | Maintained by the FileConverto team specializing in straightforward file conversion and compression utilities. | Founded by Sabba Keynejad and Timur Mamedov; raised $35M from Sequoia Capital in 2022 with global enterprise adoption. |
| Engineering & privacy | ||
| Processing location | Processing location unconfirmed | Processing location unconfirmed |
| Third-party tracking record | Google AdSense · Google Analytics | Google Tag Manager · Segment · Stripe |
| Engineering & privacy assessment | Encrypted via HTTPS throughout; uploaded media processed via automated pipeline and purged automatically after 3 hours, with an immediate manual purge link provided on the result page (13/15). | Video processed within secure cloud infrastructure; projects can be renamed or permanently trashed from the workspace (13/15). |
| Retention statement | Claims deletion within 3 hours; deletion not independently verified | Explicit retention period unconfirmed; inspect policy record |
| Evaluation basis | ||
| Pricing transparency | 35 / 35 100% completely free and open without registration, no paid subscription tiers, no hidden fees, and no credit card trial traps (35/35). | 32 / 35 Public pricing page clearly details Free plan allowances versus Creator ($10/mo billed annually) and Pro ($19/mo) tiers, explicitly noting 720p cap and watermark on the free tier (32/35). |
| Interaction restraint | 28 / 30 Simple form upload and direct submission; completion is marked with a clear green download box and instant deletion link; contains display ads but no intrusive interstitial blockers (28/30). | 26 / 30 Web video compressor studio supports one-click compression after upload; export panel clearly distinguishes free 720p download from premium 1080p watermark-free options without deceptive blockers (26/30). |
| Background & reputation | 16 / 20 Continuously operated and maintained by the FileConverto team since 2017, focusing on practical format conversion and compression utilities with reliable long-term service (16/20). | 16.5 / 20 UK registered entity (VEED Limited) backed by Sequoia Capital with mature and lawful operations (16.5/20). |
| Engineering & privacy | 13 / 15 Encrypted via HTTPS throughout; uploaded media processed via automated pipeline and purged automatically after 3 hours, with an immediate manual purge link provided on the result page (13/15). | 13 / 15 Video processed within secure cloud infrastructure; projects can be renamed or permanently trashed from the workspace (13/15). |
| Task quality | 64.2 / 65 Under default standard settings, compresses the 3.97 MB (10.0s 1080p 30fps) anchor video down to 1.28 MB (67.78% reduction, 3.1× ratio), flawlessly preserving 1080p native resolution, audio track, and full 10.0s duration (64.2/65). | 60.8 / 65 Under default standard settings, compresses the 3.97 MB (10.0s 1080p 30fps) anchor video down to 1.33 MB (66.63% reduction, 3.0× ratio), preserving full duration and audio track with solid visual quality (60.8/65). |
| Deliverable specifications | 20 / 20 Completely free guest export delivering 1080p native MP4 compressed video (1.28 MB) with zero watermarks or artificial quality degradation (20/20). | 17 / 20 Free account exports standard 720p MP4 video with a subtle top-right VEED watermark; full 1080p resolution and watermark removal require Creator subscription (17/20). |
| Processing speed | 11 / 15 Cloud processing cluster transcode and direct download ready in 22.54 seconds (11.0/15). | 8 / 15 Server-side transcode and cloud rendering completed in 60.08 seconds (8.0/15). |
