Help: How to rip DVD on Mac? Is there a DVD ripper for mac that is compatible with the new system?

Absolutely! HandBrake is one of the best DVD ripper for Mac, especially with the M1 chip and macOS 14. You can’t beat the price! HandBrake doesn’t cost a dime, and it’s packed with features that rival paid software. Whether you’re on a Mac, Windows, or Linux, HandBrake works pretty much everywhere, so if you ever switch systems, you're covered. It can convert your DVDs into MP4 or MKV, which is perfect for saving space and being able to watch them on all your devices. The quality of the rips is pretty impressive, especially if you play around with the settings a bit. You can balance file size and quality based on your needs.

So, here’s how I use this DVD ripper for Mac software:

1. I downloaded it from their website. Installation was super smooth—just drag and drop into the Applications folder. No fuss!
2. I popped an old DVD into my external drive (since newer Macs don’t have a built-in DVD drive). HandBrake opened up and detected the DVD quickly.
3. It scanned the DVD and listed all the titles. I picked the longest one, thinking that was the main feature (and I was right!).
4. I dove into the settings to choose MP4 (because, hey, I wanted it compatible with everything). I also messed with the quality settings a bit to find that sweet spot between file size and image clarity.
5. I picked a folder where I wanted my new digital treasures to live. 
6. I pressed that big, green Start button and let it do its thing. It took some time, but I found ways to multitask (you know, browsing the internet and snacking while waiting).
7. It even let me add subtitles, which were a lifesaver for some of those old movies with muffled audio or for when I wanted to watch in bed while my partner is sleeping.