DivX has become one of the most successful compressed DVD formats on the net. It became so successful that even DVD-player manufacturers had to take note and build models that could play the format. Now the PS3 and Xbox 360 have jumped on the bandwagon to support it as its popularity shows no signs of abating. There are many tools out there that can help you get the most out of DivX films including editors, converters and subtitlers. Here is a selection of my top 5 essential downloads for anyone who wants to get more out of DivX.

• DivX For Windows - Essential DivX studio from the official makers of the format

• VSO ConvertXtoDVD - One of the best DivX converters out there

• VLC Media Player - Plays DivX effortlessly and just about everything else too

• DivX Web Player - You'll need this to watch streaming DivX films on the web

• DivX Subtitle Displayer - Having problems viewing DivX subtitles? Try this