Convert MP3 to WAV
Free, fast and secure — convert MP3 to WAV right in your browser.
Move your MP3 into a lossless WAV
Converting MP3 to WAV lifts your file into a format that keeps every detail intact — ready for editing, archiving or high-quality output.
How to convert MP3 to WAV
- 1 Drop your MP3 file into the converter above.
- 2 It is converted to WAV automatically — no settings to fiddle with.
- 3 Download your new WAV file instantly.
MP3 vs WAV
| Feature | MP3 | WAV |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| MIME type | audio/mpeg | audio/wav |
| Best for | Music, podcasts and voice that need to play everywhere at a small size. | Recording, editing and mastering where pristine, uncompressed audio is essential. |
About the formats
MP3 audio
MP3 is the world’s most compatible audio format. Its lossy compression makes small files that play on every device and app, which is why it is still the default for music and podcasts.
Strengths
- Plays on virtually everything
- Small, convenient files
- Adjustable bitrate
Limitations
- Lossy — discards some audio detail
- Not ideal for archiving
- No lossless option
Best for: Music, podcasts and voice that need to play everywhere at a small size.
WAV audio
WAV stores uncompressed, studio-grade audio with zero quality loss. It is the standard for recording and editing, at the cost of much larger files.
Strengths
- Lossless, studio quality
- Ideal for editing and mastering
- Universally supported on desktops
Limitations
- Very large files
- Impractical for streaming
- No built-in metadata richness
Best for: Recording, editing and mastering where pristine, uncompressed audio is essential.