AcidRip

Was ist AcidRip?

AcidRip appeared in the early 2000s as a simple graphical wrapper around mencoder, letting users copy DVD titles and compress them to DivX or Xvid. It never saw major updates after a few years, so the codebase is effectively frozen and the project is considered discontinued. The interface is basic GTK2, reflecting its age, but it still works on most Linux systems with the required codecs installed.

The tool is aimed at users who need a quick way to back up DVDs without dealing with command‑line options. It appeals to people who liked the straightforward Windows tools DVDFab and Magic DVD Ripper and want a comparable, no‑frills Linux alternative. Because it relies on mencoder, it inherits the same encoding speed and quality characteristics.

Compared with the Windows programs, AcidRip feels much more manual: you select a title, choose DivX/Xvid, and start the job. There is no built‑in preview, batch queue, or advanced profile management. If you need those features, modern tools like HandBrake or MakeMKV are better choices.

Ideal für: Users who need a quick, low‑overhead way to rip DVDs to DivX/Xvid on Linux.

Wichtige Funktionen von AcidRip

• GTK graphical front‑end for mencoder
• DVD title selection and basic navigation
• DivX and Xvid output formats
• Simple bitrate and resolution controls
• Audio track selection
• Subtitle extraction support
• Command‑line fallback via mencoder

Tipps für Windows-Umsteiger

When moving from DVDFab or Magic DVD Ripper, note that AcidRip only outputs DivX/Xvid, so you may need to re‑encode to modern codecs with HandBrake afterwards. Install mencoder (e.g., sudo apt install mencoder) and ensure your DVD drive is mounted; then use the simple title list to pick what you want. There are no hotkeys – everything is clicked, and progress is shown in a basic dialog.