Burnova is a free desktop disc-authoring tool from Aiseesoft designed for turning local video files into DVD or Blu-ray discs, folders, and ISO files. It is not a modern social video editor or a streaming-focused converter.  

Instead, Burnova serves users who still need physical media for home videos, archived footage, gifts, offline playback, or disc-based collections. This tool is a homemade DVD and Blu-ray burner that can create DVD or Blu-ray disc, ISO, or folder output from videos stored on a computer, making it a focused disc creation utility rather than a broad editing suite. 

Simple and basic editing before burning 

Burnova’s menu tools are one of its strongest features. The software includes menu templates for themes such as holiday, family, travel, and wedding projects, while also allowing users to add their own background images, edit text, move buttons, and include an opening film. This is important because DVDs and Blu-rays often feel more complete when they include a proper menu rather than launching directly. However, it has Windows-only support. 

The supported video coverage is broad. It supports for formats such as MP4, AVI, WMV, MKV, M4V, MOV, and several HD formats. It can also add external audio tracks in multiple formats. That makes it practical for users working with mixed files from cameras, phones, downloads, or older video archives. It also supports DVD types such as DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, dual-layer discs, DVD-5, and DVD-9, plus Blu-ray-25 and Blu-ray-50 output. 

The workflow is beginner-friendly. There’s even a three-step instruction: insert a blank DVD or Blu-ray disc, add media files, customize the DVD menu, adjust burning settings, then start burning. This simple sequence is helpful because disc creation can feel intimidating for users who are unfamiliar with ISO files, PAL and NTSC standards, menu structures, or Blu-ray formats. Although editing tools can be basic, and advanced tools are paywalled. 

A straightforward disc authoring tool for physical media 

Burnova succeeds as a focused DVD and Blu-ray creation utility for users who still value physical media for backups, home videos, and personal collections. Its broad format support, customizable menu templates, and simple workflow make disc authoring approachable even for beginners. While advanced editing features are limited and some capabilities require a paid version, Burnova remains a practical solution for creating professional-looking discs without unnecessary complexity.