Despite all the rivalry going on between Windows PCs and Macs, one thing is certain that when it comes to the availability of software, Macs come no where closer to its arch rival. Yes that holds true in the case of converter software too. But luckily for Mac users, Xilsoft periodically comes up with sophisticated software built exclusively for Apple’s Mac platform- Xilisoft DVD to iPod Converter for Mac 4.0.72.0116 being one prime example in that trend. The name is itself self explanatory to give you a good grasp over what the software is all about. It helps you rip and covert your DVD audio and video files in to format supported by your Apple iPod. Over the years since its launch, the software is growing at a rather rapid pace in terms of popularity.

Xilisoft DVD to iPod Converter for Mac 4.0.72.0116, upon being launched, opens up with an average looking user interface in silver. All the important controls and settings are placed distinctly at the bottom and right hand side of the home screen. The software is particularly useful for the conversion of DVD video files to MP4 format which is supported by Video iPod, iPhone, iPod Touch, as well as the iPod 30 GB and 80 GB variants. Not just that, it also helps you convert audio DVD content to iPod compatible audio extensions including MP3, M4A (AAC) and so on. It has many additional advantages over other software of its class floating around in the market. Here, you can customize the quality of your output video and audio files quite at ease - merely by sliding “quality bar” according to your preference.

With all these features, the software can be termed as simply an amazing choice for all Mac users when it comes DVD to iPod conversion of audio and video formats. Hence it receives a score of three-and-a-half rating points on the scale of five.