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Convert WAV to OPUS

WAV is great for audio editing, studio work and maximum compatibility with editing apps, but OPUS is the better choice for voice messages, calls and streaming at low bitrates. Convert WAV to OPUS in seconds, right in your browser.

  • No upload — 100% private
  • Fast, lossless when possible
  • Free & unlimited
  • Works on iPhone & Android

    Quality
    Advanced options
    Trim (optional)
    Use minutes:seconds, e.g. 1:05.5

    How to convert WAV to OPUS

    1. 1

      Tap Choose files and select one or more WAV files (or drag them in).

    2. 2

      Check that OPUS is selected. Use Advanced options for bitrate, channels or trimming.

    3. 3

      Press Convert. Everything happens on your device — no upload, no waiting in a queue.

    4. 4

      Your OPUS downloads automatically. Converting several files? Grab them all as a ZIP.

    WAV vs OPUS

    OPUS uses lossy compression, which makes the file much smaller than WAV. Choose High quality and the difference is inaudible for most listeners.

    WAVOPUS
    Full nameWaveform Audio File FormatOpus Audio
    TypeAudioAudio
    CompressionLosslessLossy
    Developed byMicrosoft & IBMIETF / Xiph.Org
    Introduced19912012
    Plays on iPhone✓ Yes◐ Partly / with an app
    Plays on Android✓ Yes✓ Yes
    Plays on Windows✓ Yes✓ Yes
    Plays on Mac✓ Yes✓ Yes

    About WAV and OPUS

    WAV: WAV stores uncompressed PCM audio, so it keeps every bit of the original sound. Files are large, but WAV is the standard for audio editing, studios and professional software.

    OPUS: Opus is a modern, highly efficient codec used by WhatsApp voice notes, Discord, Zoom and WebRTC calls. It sounds excellent even at very low bitrates.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I convert WAV to OPUS on my phone?
    Open this page in your phone's browser (Safari, Chrome, Samsung Internet), tap Choose files, pick your WAV, make sure OPUS is selected and tap Convert. The OPUS file is saved to your Downloads.
    Will converting WAV to OPUS reduce quality?
    OPUS uses lossy compression, which makes the file much smaller than WAV. Choose High quality and the difference is inaudible for most listeners.
    Is this WAV to OPUS converter free?
    Yes — completely free with no limits on the number of files, no watermark and no account. The site is supported by ads.
    Are my files uploaded to a server?
    No. The converter runs inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your files never leave your device. That's also why it works for private and confidential recordings.

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