Firstly I like to point out that I am using the latest version of CloneDvd which is v4.01.2156 [can be found via google search]. By comparing this to previous versions CloneDvd now has ripping capabilities giving region free ISO/Dvd. You can also customize what features the Dvd holds i.e whether it is a 1:1 copy or modifying it to remove extras such as sub's and languages to improve quality. Some rippers need to change your DVD drive's region code in order to process the DVD e.g. Dvd shrink. However CloneDvd does not need to do this and can directly rip and compress files to a VIDEO_TS folder or an ISO file. It still holds it writing capabilities and speed has increased. However it does require a longer time to rip compared with freeware such as Dvd shrink. One minor problems stated by users on the net is that sometimes quality is inconsistent but I have personally used this for a while and have not experienced any difficulties. Overall The CloneDvd application is stable, it is easy to install and use,and gives you similar quality to Dvd shrink thus it is a good peice of software for copying Dvd's.