iOrgSoft DVD Copy Review — Features, Pros & Cons

How to Use iOrgSoft DVD Copy to Duplicate and Burn DVDsDuplicating and burning DVDs can preserve home movies, back up software discs, or create copies for distribution. iOrgSoft DVD Copy is a user-friendly app designed to simplify DVD duplication, allowing you to copy a DVD to another disc, create an ISO image, or save a DVD folder to your computer. This guide walks through preparing, copying, and burning DVDs with iOrgSoft DVD Copy, troubleshooting common issues, and tips to ensure reliable results.

What you’ll need

• A computer with at least one DVD drive (two drives recommended for direct disc-to-disc copying).
• iOrgSoft DVD Copy installed (Windows or macOS version).
• Source DVD you want to copy.
• A blank DVD-R/DVD+R or rewritable DVD (DVD-RW/DVD+RW) for burning.
• Sufficient free hard drive space if creating an ISO or DVD folder (4.7 GB for single-layer, ~8.5 GB for dual-layer).
• Optional: an external DVD burner if your computer lacks a built-in drive.

Step 1 — Install and launch iOrgSoft DVD Copy

1. Download the correct version of iOrgSoft DVD Copy from the official site or your trusted source and run the installer.
2. Follow on-screen instructions to install and activate the software if you have a license.
3. Insert the source DVD into your DVD drive and open iOrgSoft DVD Copy.

Step 2 — Choose the copy mode

iOrgSoft DVD Copy typically offers several modes. Pick the one that matches your goal:

• Full Copy / Main Movie: Copies the entire DVD content (menus, extras) or just the main movie.
• Clone 1:1 Disc: Creates an exact sector-by-sector copy — best for preserving disc structure and copy protections.
• Backup to ISO: Saves the DVD as an ISO file on your hard drive.
• Backup to DVD Folder: Saves VIDEO_TS and AUDIO_TS folders for later burning.

Select the mode from the program’s main interface.

Step 3 — Select source and destination

1. Source: Ensure the source DVD drive is selected and recognized. The software will scan the disc and list titles and chapters.
2. Destination:
   • To burn directly to another disc, insert a blank DVD into the second drive (or wait to be prompted if only one drive is present and you’re using the “copy to DVD” workflow).
   • To create an ISO, choose the “Save as ISO” or “ISO File” option and specify the save location.
   • To save a DVD folder, choose “DVD Folder” as the output and set the folder path.

If your computer has only one drive, you can copy to ISO or DVD folder first, then burn the resulting file to a blank disc afterward.

Step 4 — Configure copy settings

Adjust settings as needed:

• Output size: Choose DVD-5 (4.7 GB) or DVD-9 (8.5 GB) depending on source and blank disc type. Some versions offer automatic compression for fitting larger content onto DVD-5.
• Video quality: If compression is applied, choose a quality level (higher quality = larger file).
• Subtitles/audio tracks: Select which subtitles and audio tracks to include.
• Region code and decryption: If the disc is copy-protected, use the clone mode or built-in decryption features (when available) to bypass protections for personal backup only — ensure you comply with local laws.

Step 5 — Start the copy/burn process

1. Confirm all settings and click the Start/Copy/Burn button.
2. Monitor progress: The software will show elapsed time, remaining time, and a progress bar. Ripping to ISO or folder copies data to your hard drive first; burning writes to the blank disc afterwards.
3. Wait for completion. Do not eject discs or power off your computer mid-process.

When finished, the program typically verifies the burn; wait until verification completes for best reliability.

Step 6 — Verify the copied disc

• Test playback in a DVD player or your computer’s media player.
• Check menus, chapters, subtitles, and audio tracks to ensure everything copied correctly.
• If there are playback issues, try burning at a slower write speed or use a higher-quality blank disc.

Troubleshooting common issues

• Disc not recognized: Clean the disc, try another drive, or rip to ISO first.
• Copy fails during burning: Use a different brand of blank DVD, lower the burn speed, make sure the drive firmware is up to date.
• Protected DVD won’t copy: Use the program’s clone mode or decryption feature (if provided) and ensure you’re allowed to make a personal backup under local law.
• Incomplete or corrupted ISO: Ensure enough disk space and retry; verify source disc integrity.

Tips for best results

• Use high-quality blank discs (e.g., Verbatim) for longer-lasting copies.
• Burn at moderate speeds (4x–8x) to reduce errors.
• Keep your DVD drive firmware and the iOrgSoft application updated.
• For single-drive systems, always create an ISO or DVD folder first, then burn.
• Label discs with a soft-tipped marker, not adhesive labels, to avoid unbalancing.

Alternatives and when to use them

If iOrgSoft lacks a feature you need (e.g., advanced decryption, extensive format support, free open-source solution), consider alternatives:

• HandBrake + MakeMKV (ripping + reauthoring workflow).
• ImgBurn (free burning tool for ISO/disc writing).
• DVDFab or AnyDVD (commercial tools with robust decryption options).

By following these steps you can reliably duplicate and burn DVDs with iOrgSoft DVD Copy, whether your goal is an exact clone, an ISO backup, or a simple main-movie copy for playback.