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Convert OPUS to MP3 Online — Universal Compatibility

Make your OPUS audio files playable on every device and platform.

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50 MB or 2 hours per file Up to 50 files (2 GB limit) 3 parallel conversions 1 credit per 5 minutes

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Median OPUS → MP3 time (last 10k jobs): 771ms per minute

How it works

  1. 1 · Drop your files

    Drag & drop or choose OPUS files (also accepts .ogg). No account required on Free—paid plans unlock bigger batches, higher limits, and priority queues.

  2. 2 · We convert securely

    Processed on our dedicated servers. Encrypted in transit & at rest. We never store filenames—only file types & sizes for accounting.

  3. 3 · Download & auto-delete

    Grab your MP3 files in seconds. Files delete automatically after 1 hour. Delete anytime after downloading with one click.

OPUS is a modern, open-source, royalty-free audio codec developed by Xiph.Org Foundation and IETF, standardized in RFC 6716 in September 2012. It was designed to replace both Vorbis (for music) and Speex (for voice), combining the best of both into a single codec. OPUS achieves exceptional quality at low bitrates—transparent quality at 128 kbps for music, and near-transparent voice at just 32 kbps. It supports bitrates from 6 kbps to 510 kbps and sample rates from 8 kHz to 48 kHz.

Learn more: Opus on Wikipedia

OPUS is the mandatory audio codec for WebRTC, making it the native format for video calls (Discord, Zoom, Google Meet, Teams) and voice messaging (WhatsApp, Telegram). It excels at both speech and music, adapting dynamically to content. OPUS files use the Ogg container (.opus extension) and play in all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari 15+), VLC, and most media players from 2015 onward. For streaming, voice chat, podcasts, and any application where quality-per-bit matters, OPUS is the current state of the art.

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) revolutionized digital audio when it was standardized in 1993 by the Fraunhofer Society. Using psychoacoustic compression, MP3 removes audio frequencies that humans typically cannot perceive, achieving 10:1 compression or better while maintaining excellent subjective quality. MP3 supports sample rates from 8-48 kHz and 16-bit audio. At 256 kbps, most listeners cannot distinguish MP3 from the original source in blind tests.

Learn more: MP3 on Wikipedia

MP3 remains the most universally compatible audio format, supported by every music player, smartphone, computer, and web browser. While newer codecs like AAC and Opus offer marginally better compression efficiency, MP3's ubiquitous support makes it the safest choice for sharing audio. The format's patents expired in 2017, making it completely free to use without licensing concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert OPUS to MP3?

Compatibility. While OPUS is technically superior, MP3 remains the most universally supported audio format. Older devices, car stereos, and some legacy software may not play OPUS files. Converting to MP3 ensures your audio works everywhere.

Will converting OPUS to MP3 reduce quality?

Yes, slightly. This is a lossy-to-lossy conversion—both formats use compression. We encode at 256 kbps using the LAME encoder, which provides near-transparent quality. For critical listening, keep your original OPUS files. For sharing and compatibility, MP3 works great.

What bitrate do you use for MP3 encoding?

We encode at 256 kbps CBR (constant bitrate) using the LAME encoder—the gold standard for MP3 encoding. This provides excellent quality with reasonable file size. The output is compatible with virtually every device and platform.

Do you support .ogg files?

Yes! We accept both .opus and .ogg file extensions. Ogg is a container format that can hold OPUS audio (as well as Vorbis). If your file is actually Ogg Vorbis rather than Ogg OPUS, conversion will still work but may have different quality characteristics.

Where do OPUS files come from?

OPUS files are commonly exported from Discord (voice messages and recordings), WhatsApp (voice notes), Telegram, video conferencing apps (Zoom, Google Meet recordings), and modern podcasting/audio software. If someone sent you a .opus file you can't play, this converter will help.

Will my voice recordings sound good as MP3?

Yes, often excellent. OPUS was designed for voice and encodes speech efficiently. When converting to MP3 at 256 kbps, voice recordings sound excellent. Music with complex instrumentation may show more artifacts, but still acceptable for most uses.

How long can my audio files be?

Duration limits depend on your plan: Guest/Free: 120 minutes, Pro: 600 minutes (10 hours), Business: 3000 minutes (50 hours). This accommodates everything from voice messages to full podcast episodes.

Can I convert MP3 back to OPUS?

Yes, but not for quality gains. Converting MP3 to OPUS won't restore lost quality—you'd just be re-compressing already compressed audio. However, OPUS at equivalent bitrates produces smaller files, so it may help reduce storage. Try our MP3 to OPUS converter if that's your goal.

What are the limits for this converter?

TierMax File SizeMax Files/BatchParallel Processing
Free50 MB50 files3 at once
Pro500 MB200 files6 at once
Business2048 MB1000 files10 at once

Note: File size limits are specific to this converter. Batch and parallel processing limits apply to all images converters site-wide. See all converter limits →

How are credits calculated for this conversion?

Cost: 1 credit per 5 minutes

How it works:

  • Files up to 5 minutes: 1 credit (minimum)
  • 6-10 minutes: 2 credits
  • 11-15 minutes: 3 credits
  • 16-20 minutes: 4 credits

Example: A 10-minute file = 1 credit. A 180-minute (3h) audiobook = 36 credits.

Why per-minute? Audio conversion time scales with content duration, not file size. Longer audio requires proportionally more processing.

What are my daily and monthly credit limits?

Credit allocations vary by account tier:

TierDaily LimitMonthly Limit
Free50 credits/day
Pro10,000 credits/month
Business30,000 credits/month

Daily credits (Free tier, including guests) reset every day at midnight UTC. Monthly credits (Pro & Business) reset on your billing cycle date.

Note: With 1 credit per 5 minutes, audio files under 5 MB cost 1 credit each. Pro users can convert 10,000 audio files per month.

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  • 50 MB per file
  • 50 files per batch
  • 3 parallel conversions
  • 50 credits/day
  • Standard priority
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  • 500 MB per file
  • 200 files per batch
  • 6 parallel conversions
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$19 /month

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  • 2 GB per file
  • 1000 files per batch
  • 10 parallel conversions
  • 30,000 credits/month across Tools.FAST
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How Credits Work

  • Usually 1 credit per conversion. Exact cost shown before you start.
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  • Unused credits roll over, capped at your plan's monthly amount.
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What's New in OPUS to MP3

Latest improvements to this converter

Last updated December 21, 2025
Dec 21, 2025

Initial release of OPUS to MP3 converter with high-quality MP3 encoding.