Download as OGG

Open-source audio — better than MP3, completely free.

Download as OGG

What is OGG?

OGG Vorbis is a free, open-source audio codec that offers better sound quality than MP3 at equivalent bitrates. It's widely supported on Android, Linux, and in gaming. Unlike MP3 and AAC, OGG is completely patent-free.

Advantages

  • + Free and open source
  • + Better quality than MP3 at same bitrate
  • + No patent or licensing issues
  • + Great for open-source projects

Limitations

  • − Not supported on iOS natively
  • − Limited car stereo support
  • − Less universal than MP3

Best For

Open-source advocatesLinux usersGame audio and mod creationStreaming audio applications

FAQ

Should I use OGG instead of MP3?

If compatibility isn't a concern, OGG sounds better than MP3 at the same bitrate. But MP3 works everywhere, while OGG doesn't play natively on iPhones.