XRECODE3 is an audio converter that supports most common audio formats, such as MP3, WAV, FLAC, DSD, etc. It also supports extracting audio from most video files, as well as Audio-CD grabbing. Command line parameters are supported as well. Please visit Forum and Wiki for more information on how to use the program.
Publisher’s description
What is XRECODE 3?
XRECODE 3 is a proprietary media converter program for Windows from xrecode. It ranks 24th by popularity among media converters in this catalogue.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). The main installer is 36.8 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.192, released on October 23, 2026. 10 versions are listed since September 6, 2025, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 8.9 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 4,239 times. Similar programs include HandBrake, Pandoc and scrcpy.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 8.9 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: XRECODE 3 is a media converter tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is XRECODE 3 safe to download?
- The file is served by xrecode.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
8B3DB4CA8B51F9B3F92524209D31FA60F7BB2D96A14AF9180E563DAE0B62606A· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 26, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 10 versions ›10 versions over 1 year · about 8.9 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.192Latest | October 23, 2026 | 36.8 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.191 | October 19, 2026 | 36.7 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.190 | September 25, 2026 | 36.5 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.188 | August 27, 2026 | 35.8 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.180 | March 24, 2026 | 2 KB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.178 | January 28, 2026 | 2 KB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.174 | November 15, 2025 | 2 KB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.173 | October 28, 2025 | 2 KB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id XRECODE.XRECODE3 -echoco install xrecode3.install -ysetup_xrecode3_win_64bit_1.192.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- xrecode
- Category
- Media converters
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 1.192
- Released
- October 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 29, 2025
- Versions listed
- 10
- Updates / year
- 8.9
- Chocolatey downloads
- 4,239
- Website
- xrecode.com
- winget ID
- XRECODE.XRECODE3
- Chocolatey package
- xrecode3.install
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is XRECODE 3 free?
XRECODE 3 is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is XRECODE 3 safe to download?
The download comes from xrecode.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install XRECODE 3 with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can XRECODE 3 be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does XRECODE 3 run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of XRECODE 3?
The versions page lists all 10 versions with links to their official installer files, back to September 6, 2025.
What are alternatives to XRECODE 3?
HandBrake, Pandoc, scrcpy, File Converter and IrfanView. The alternatives page compares them.
