WAV to MP3 Converter
Convert WAV files to MP3 in your browser. Choose your file, adjust available settings, then download the converted file.
Maximum 100 MB per file, up to 5 files at a time.
300+ formats supported
Convert between 300+ file formats in your browser.
Fast and easy
Just drop your files on the page, choose an output format and click "Convert".
How to convert WAV to MP3
- Click the “Choose Files” button to select your files.
- Click on the “Convert” button to start the conversion
- When the status change to “Done” click the “Download” button
Good to know
WAV audio is uncompressed: a minute of CD-quality audio takes about 10 MB. The same minute as a 128 kbps MP3 is about 1 MB, which makes MP3 practical for email, WhatsApp and phone storage.
About WAV
Waveform Audio File Format · Audio
An uncompressed or lightly compressed audio container commonly used for recording and editing.
Opens with: Audio editors, DAWs and professional tools.
Strengths: Straightforward for editing and production.
Limitations: Large files are inconvenient for sharing.
About MP3
MPEG Audio Layer III · Audio
A widely supported compressed audio format for music, speech and podcasts.
Opens with: Most phones, browsers, music players and car stereos.
Strengths: Works almost everywhere and supports tags.
Limitations: Lossy compression removes some audio detail.
Why convert WAV to MP3?
An uncompressed or lightly compressed audio container commonly used for recording and editing. A widely supported compressed audio format for music, speech and podcasts.
Share and play audio on almost any device. Keep the original file until you have checked the result.
Frequently asked questions
Roughly 75–90% smaller, depending on the bitrate you choose.
64–128 kbps is clear for speech. Use 192–320 kbps for music.
Yes, if you may edit the recording later. WAV keeps full quality for editing.