HitPaw 

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excelent product it great when you pay for something that really works and works as discribed very happy with the result and the product keep up the good work

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service is very responsive; they resolved all my issues. I want to say that HitPaw software is fantastic! It allowed me to enhance my videos to high-resolution 4K.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love the software - I like having all the features and functionality under a single pane of glass. I've needed support twice (moving computers and purchasing credit under the wrong profile), and t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I signed up with HitPaw for software that I believed would work with improving a video, and found out after opening the software and seeing what the capability was, it was not going to be do the job.... See more

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Founded in 2019, HitPaw is an emerging software company in video edit/convert, image edit, meme makers, and many other fields. We are a new team with more than 5 years of experience in media tool development. We have 150+ professional engineers, joined by an increasing number of outstanding video creators.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

HitPaw Video Converter – Reliable, Easy to Use, and Excellent Support

I’ve been using HitPaw Video Converter for over a year, and it has never let me down. The software is reliable, intuitive, and makes converting videos of any format incredibly simple. I especially love its fast conversion speed and high-quality output. Recently, after replacing my PC, I needed to reinstall the application to continue using it, but I ran into some migration issues. I contacted the HitPaw customer service team, and they were exceptionally responsive, patient, and professional. With their quick assistance, my issue was fully resolved. Truly impressive service and software—I highly recommend HitPaw to everyone! - Roy

March 5, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Truly Outstanding Screen Recorder

A Truly Outstanding Screen Recorder — HitPaw Video Recorder 5.1.6 Delivers!

HitPaw Video Recorder 5.1.6 has exceeded every expectation I had. The interface is clean, intuitive, and incredibly easy to navigate, even for beginners. Recording quality is excellent, with smooth performance and zero lag, even during long sessions or high‑resolution captures.

I especially appreciate how seamless it is to switch between screen, webcam, and audio sources. The updated features in version 5.1.6 make the workflow even more efficient, and exporting videos is fast and hassle‑free. Whether you’re creating tutorials, recording gameplay, or making content for social media, this tool just works — reliably and beautifully.

HitPaw has clearly put a lot of thought into both usability and performance. Highly recommended to anyone who needs a powerful, dependable video recorder!

March 2, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The product might have been amazing

The product might have been amazing. I needed to evaluate multiple types of restoration softwares. When I asked about the trial, they asked me to fill out a 100 word review in exchange for a free trial. No details about what that meant, or what it included. After a few days (going back and forth to show them I actually dd the review) I got a one week trial with 50 credits. A photo restoration might be 16 credits, so I can try 2-3 photos max. I told them I was evaluating this for my photo restoration business I started and got a response saying I was lucky I got my one week trial because, "...these processes rely on high-cost AI servers." Lost one potentially large customer. I deleted my original review and left this one.

March 3, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re sorry to hear about your experience and truly regret that the trial process left such a negative impression.

Our intention with limited trials is to allow users to experience the software while managing the server costs associated with AI processing, which is why credits are used for certain restoration functions. However, we understand that 50 credits may not have been sufficient for someone evaluating the software professionally, especially for a photo restoration business where a more thorough test is necessary.

We also apologize if the communication around the review request and trial details was unclear or felt inconvenient. That is not the experience we want potential customers—especially professionals considering our tools for their workflow—to have.

Your feedback is valuable, and we would still welcome the opportunity to support your evaluation properly. If you are open to it, please contact our team at support@hitpaw.com
, and we can look into providing a more suitable evaluation option so you can test the restoration features more fully.

We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we’re sorry that we lost your confidence during the process. Your comments will help us improve how we handle trial requests and communicate with potential users.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast Technical Support

I made a new purchase of Hitpaw and installed it on my computer...It worked great however I later registered Hitpaw using the wrong email address causing me to lose access to the program. This was my mistake. Technical support got me back up and running in no time. I am a photographer and use Hitpaw to edit shots and enhance the visual quality of my pictures.

March 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

HitPaw Univd is a powerful video converter

HitPaw Univd is a powerful and impressively fast video converter that stands out for its intuitive workflow and broad format support. Conversions finish quickly, and the batch‑processing capabilities make handling large sets of files effortless. The built‑in tools for compression, editing, and AI‑powered enhancements add real value, especially for users who want an all‑in‑one solution. While the software is generally easy to use, the interface feels somewhat crowded, with many features competing for attention. A cleaner layout would improve the overall experience. Still, for speed, versatility, and convenience, HitPaw Univd delivers strong performance.

March 1, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Pricing model to scam your money

I bought a one-month subscription of the VikPea video conversion software to convert 10-15 old videos of my son when he was a baby. I paid 69 euros for it, and the only way to do this was a one-month subscription...no other easier option like a one-off. Then, I missed the cancellation for a day, and they recharged me again. I reached out to them explaining this, and telling them I would not need their services as it was a true one-off, and they refused to refund, they even tried to upsell me. The software is not that good, works so so, and then the pricing is a scandal. Would never use them.

February 24, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re truly sorry to read about your experience, and we understand why this situation felt frustrating and unfair—especially since your use case was clearly a one-time personal project.

Regarding the charge you mentioned: the one-month VikPea plan is a subscription that renews automatically if it isn’t canceled before the end of the billing period. We understand that missing the cancellation deadline by even one day can be very disappointing, and we’re sorry this wasn’t resolved in a way that met your expectations.

That said, your feedback about the lack of a simple one-off purchase option, the overall pricing, and the fact that the software didn’t fully meet your needs is completely valid. We also regret that our previous communication came across as upselling rather than focusing on resolving your concern—that’s not the experience we aim to provide.

We’d like to review your case again. If you’re willing, please contact us at support@hitpaw.com
with your order number or purchase email, and mention this review. Our team can recheck the timeline and see whether a more reasonable solution can be offered.

Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We’re sorry that this experience left such a negative impression, and your comments have been forwarded internally to help us improve both our pricing transparency and customer support approach.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The software is practically unusable

The software is practically unusable. It constantly freezes, crashes, and interrupts the processing, making it impossible to get any real, usable output. In my case, I did not receive a single properly processed result.
The business model is even worse. You pay for a subscription, but when you actually try to use the product, you are forced to buy additional credits/points. This feels like a deliberate cash grab and a misleading pricing scheme designed to extract more money after you have already paid.
Overall, this product is poorly built, unreliable, and a complete waste of money. I strongly regret this purchase and would not recommend it to anyone.

February 19, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience, and we understand how frustrating this must have been—especially when the software did not produce a single usable result.

Frequent freezing or crashes are absolutely not the experience we want users to have. This can sometimes be related to specific system environments, GPU drivers, or the type of file being processed, but regardless of the cause, it’s clear that this severely impacted your ability to use the product, and we sincerely apologize for that.

We also understand your dissatisfaction with the credit-based AI features. While AI processing does require additional server resources (which is why credits are used), we recognize that this may feel unexpected or misleading if it wasn’t clearly understood before purchase. Your feedback on the pricing model is valid and has been shared internally for further review.

To help make this right, we strongly encourage you to contact our support team at support@hitpaw.com
. Please include your order information and a brief description of the issues you encountered, and our team will review your case and see what compensation or resolution can be offered.

Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback. We regret that this experience fell far short of your expectations, and we hope our support team can still assist you in a meaningful way.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't buy unless you have a gaming graphics card.

Wanting to upgrade some very old videos twenty or more years old this seemed the perfect answer. What they don't tell you is that your home PC must be of a gaming standard for the graphics card to ensure a quick transfer. I don't have one, didn't find out until I queried the tech dept asking why a 45 minute video had taken 26 hrs to downloaded less than 21% of the donor video. Their answer was to buy some credits on line, and go via the Cloud, but I soon discovered I would need more than 2000 to convert this file, at an estimate cost of $200 at a special introductory rate. An upgraded graphics card would cost me more than that, about £250 in the UK, so a non starter. Stated I would be applying for a refund as the whole thing was less than five days old, but was told there would be no refund as there programme was good, the fault was my computer not being powerful enough.
Good news, bad news. Good news - I only had a one month subscription which I am in the process of cancelling. Bad news - it cost me £50 to find out. Almost seems like a scam because they do not advertise there computer requirements in the blurb. Very misleading to us non tech users. Give these people a miss, they want your money by buying credits to speed up any transfer process.

February 19, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re truly sorry to read about your experience, and we understand why you feel disappointed and misled.

Enhancing long or old videos—especially 4K or lengthy files—can be very demanding on hardware. While our software does support CPU-based processing, performance is heavily affected by the graphics card, and results can indeed be much slower on non-gaming or older PCs. We regret that this was not made clear enough to you before purchase, especially for non-technical users.

Regarding the cloud processing option, this is designed for users whose local hardware is not powerful enough, but we understand your frustration upon discovering the high credit consumption and cost only after testing your own video. That is certainly not the experience we want customers to have.

We’re also sorry that your refund request did not leave you feeling treated fairly. While system performance does depend on hardware, we acknowledge that expectations should be set clearly in advance, and your feedback about transparency around system requirements is completely valid. We have forwarded this internally for review and improvement.

We appreciate you sharing both the good and bad aspects of your experience. Although you’ve chosen to cancel, your feedback helps us improve how we communicate limitations, costs, and requirements—especially for users who are not tech-savvy.

Thank you for taking the time to explain your situation, and again, we’re sorry this did not meet your expectations.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Performance and Unmatched…

Exceptional Performance and Unmatched Ease of Use – Highly Recommended!

I rarely take the time to write reviews, but HitPaw Video Converter truly deserves a full five stars. From the moment I installed the software, I was impressed by how clean, modern, and intuitive the interface is. Everything is clearly labeled and easy to navigate, which makes the entire process smooth even for someone who isn’t particularly tech-savvy. Within minutes, I was converting files without having to watch tutorials or dig through complicated menus.

One of the standout features is the incredible conversion speed. HitPaw Video Converter handles large, high-resolution video files quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality. I’ve converted multiple 4K videos into different formats, and the output has consistently been sharp, clear, and perfectly synced. There’s no noticeable loss in video or audio quality, which is something I’ve struggled with when using other converters in the past.

The wide range of supported formats is another major advantage. Whether I need MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, or something more specific for certain devices, HitPaw has it covered. It makes switching between devices seamless, whether I’m preparing content for my phone, tablet, computer, or even sharing across platforms. The presets for different devices are especially helpful because they remove the guesswork and ensure optimal playback compatibility.

Beyond simple conversion, the additional features really elevate this software. The built-in editing tools allow for quick trimming, cropping, and minor adjustments without needing a separate editing program. That convenience alone saves a significant amount of time. I also appreciate the ability to download and convert online videos directly within the software. It’s an all-in-one solution that feels thoughtfully designed for real-world use.

Stability and reliability are equally important, and HitPaw delivers on both. I’ve experienced no crashes, freezes, or glitches during use. The software runs smoothly and processes tasks consistently, even when handling larger batches of files. Batch conversion is another fantastic feature, allowing me to queue multiple videos at once and let the software handle everything efficiently.

Customer support and updates also deserve recognition. The program feels actively maintained and optimized, which gives me confidence that it will continue to improve over time. It’s clear that the developers care about performance and user experience.

Overall, HitPaw Video Converter exceeds expectations in every category: speed, quality, ease of use, versatility, and reliability. It’s a powerful yet accessible tool that makes video conversion simple and stress-free. Whether you’re a content creator, student, professional, or just someone who needs to convert videos occasionally, this software is absolutely worth it. I wholeheartedly recommend HitPaw Video Converter to anyone looking for a dependable and high-performing solution.

April 19, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

REFUND POLICY BOGUS

I never received the free trial and within a day realized that having to buy the credits in addition to the software was going to be too expensive. But Hitpaw has a hidden clause and does not actually refund anything within 7 or 30 days. Unlike many competitors. Very bad policies and customer service.

March 10 addendum - in the end it took 5 emails to get my full refund. While this may seem like good customer service, keep in mind if I had given up after 1 or 2 emails, I would have received a 30% refund. They kept trying to give me less than 100%. My credit card bank would have reimbursed me the full amount, but that isn't the point here. I will increase to 2 stars, but that is mainly due to my persistence.

February 17, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re very sorry to hear about your experience, and we understand why this situation feels frustrating and unfair.

Regarding the free trial and credits, we apologize if this was not clear enough during your purchase. Some AI features require credits due to server processing costs, and we understand that realizing this after purchase can be disappointing—especially if it makes the product unsuitable for your needs.

About the refund concern:
We want to clarify that your feedback has been noted, and we have already arranged for a dedicated specialist to follow up on your refund case. They will review your order details carefully and contact you directly to assist with the refund process and provide a clear explanation.

We sincerely regret that our policies and communication did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us and will be used to improve transparency and customer experience going forward.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to properly resolve this for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't even bother. Bad, expensive software and horrible CS.

Tried this photo editing service for a month.

At first it was great! Other than the fact that its deathly slow and they force you to buy "tokens" to speed up the rendering process. Oh well. Photography is expensive.

About 28 days into my 30 day auto renew subscription I logged in to upscale some snowy owl photos, as a wildlife contractor for places like Rachel Carson, The Department of the Interior etc I have deadlines and such.

Right where my *tokens* usually are it said "buy"....wouldn't let me use the program at all, basically the same screen you first get before you subscribe. So I assumed that maybe it wasn't a subscription, so I put in my credit card info and clicked buy. BOOM...program worked again. I was happy. Upscaled my photos and went on my day.

Until the next night when they auto charged me AGAIN. Did some more digging and it turns out I had 2 subscriptions. Well if I was already subscribed, why did the software not work the night before? Probably a glitch yeah. I mean those things happen, easy to work out with customer support.

So I emailed customer support, explained the issue, sent a screenshot showing that I now had 2 subs, not 1, and how that happened. Simply asked for a refund on the one I just bought because I already had a current one and something on their end made my product not work without again purchasing it. Its only $23 so I didnt care that much.

Waited a day and got a reply email. Where the CS agent essentially called me stupid in the worst display of the English language I've ever seen, told me that i should have known it was a subscription and they refused to refund either of them, full well knowing their software had told me i NEEDED TO IN ORDER TO USE THE SERVICE. Their "Solution" was for me to spend another $130 and buy their lifetime license *which btw you still have to buy stupid tokens for it to be worth half a piece of animal excrement because without them it takes 40 minutes to render a single photo*. No discount, no "lets look into the technical glitch" just........buy even more.

I cancelled both photo subs and the video sub on merit alone. Will be going back to Topaz Labs. Yeah their expensive but they can spell and don't screw people over or nickel and dime them $0.25 per photo to have them rendered within the calendar year.

February 16, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re truly sorry for the experience you described, and we understand why you’re upset. What you went through is not acceptable, especially given the professional context and deadlines you were working under.

First, regarding the duplicate subscription:
You are absolutely right—if you already had an active subscription, the software should not have blocked access or prompted you to purchase again. What you described appears to be an account or subscription sync issue, and we sincerely apologize that this led you to unintentionally purchase a second plan.

Second, about customer support:
We are very concerned to hear that the response you received felt disrespectful or dismissive. That does not reflect our service standards, and we apologize for the tone and wording used. We take this feedback seriously and will review the case internally.

To be clear on a few points:

Subscriptions are not meant to require repurchasing to regain access

Users should never feel forced to buy another plan to continue work

Purchasing an additional license should never be presented as a “solution” to a billing or technical error

Regarding tokens / credits:
AI processing does involve significant server-side costs, which is why certain advanced features consume tokens. However, we fully understand your frustration with performance, pricing, and how this was communicated—especially when you were already paying for a subscription.

What we’d like to do now

We want to properly resolve this, not argue policy:

Please contact our support team again and reference this review

Provide the email address used for purchase and, if possible, the order IDs

We will review the duplicate charge and arrange a proper resolution, including a refund review for the extra subscription caused by this issue

We regret that this experience led you to cancel and look elsewhere, and we respect your decision. Your feedback highlights real problems that we need to address—both technically and in how we support our users.

Again, we’re sorry for the frustration and inconvenience this caused, and we appreciate you taking the time to explain it in detail.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

HitPaw Video Converter is a lifesaver for creators & excellent customer service

HitPaw Video Converter is a standout multimedia tool that masterfully balances power with simplicity. Its ability to convert over 1,000 formats at lightning speeds—thanks to GPU acceleration—makes it a lifesaver for creators. Beyond conversion, the AI-driven upscaling and batch downloading features are remarkably efficient.

What truly elevates the experience is their "great service." The customer support team is responsive and genuinely helpful, resolving licensing or technical queries with a human touch. For beginners, the intuitive interface removes any learning curve. If you want a reliable, all-in-one solution backed by a dedicated support team, HitPaw is an excellent investment.

February 15, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Free version is not free

Free version is not free. Even the sample it allowed inside the software was so short (a few seconds), I couldn't assess the quality, or download. Nothing really free about the "Free" version.

February 15, 2026
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Reply from HitPaw

We’re truly sorry for the frustration this caused and appreciate you taking the time to share your honest feedback.

You’re right that the free version has limitations, including very short preview clips that cannot be exported. The purpose of these samples is only to demonstrate basic processing results, but we understand that such a short preview often isn’t enough to properly evaluate quality—especially for real projects. We apologize if this led to the impression that the “Free” version was misleading.

To be transparent: full-length exports and downloads do require an activated plan, and this information is explained on our website. That said, your feedback is fair, and we’re actively reviewing how we present the free version so expectations are clearer and users can better assess whether the software meets their needs.

If you’re still interested, we’d be happy to:

Recommend the best settings or mode for your specific use case

Provide additional guidance to help you evaluate results more effectively

Or assist with a refund review if you made a purchase and feel the product didn’t meet your expectations

Please feel free to contact our support team with your order email or details. We genuinely value your feedback and hope we can handle this better for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

iMovie Users Take Note!

HitPaw's updates are always improving the product exactly as you wish it would! If you are familiar with Apple's iMovie, I strongly suggest you check out Hitpaw's Edimaker...truly the way easy, quality video editing should be

February 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience reducing video file sizes

HitPaw has a number of good products. The one that I am currently using is one that can reduce the video file size by many magnitudes and still retain good quality. Also, the process itself is fast and efficient. If you ever need video file size reduced without loss of quality, definitely try this product.

One thing to be careful about is re-installation of the app in multiple devices. It does not matter that you have valid reasons for installing in new devices (for example, your previous devices crashed and no longer work). This is because the system sets a limit on the number of unbinding times (removing the app's association to previous devices) to 3.

After 3 times, things become more complicated

January 7, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top produit IA

I highly recommend this product; it's easy to use, has many options, and is very useful. If you're looking for an AI product, this one is top-notch.

February 5, 2026
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