Comparison
Compresto vs FreeConvert
FreeConvert is a free online tool for video, image, and document conversion with no installation needed. Compresto is for Mac users who want faster offline compression with no file size limits and complete privacy.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Compresto | FreeConvert |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | macOS app | Web browser (any platform) |
| Video compression | ||
| Image compression | ||
| PDF compression | ||
| Batch processing | Limited (5 files free) | |
| Hardware acceleration | ||
| Drag & drop | ||
| Price model | One-time purchase / free tier | Free (1GB limit); Pro $9.99/month |
Compresto Strengths
- No file size limits on paid plan (FreeConvert caps at 1GB free)
- Fully offline — no uploads, complete privacy
- Hardware-accelerated processing is faster than cloud
- One-time purchase cheaper than FreeConvert Pro at scale
FreeConvert Strengths
- Completely free for files under 1GB with no software needed
- Broad format support including audio and document types
- Works on Windows, Android, and any device with a browser
Choose Compresto when...
- You compress files larger than 1GB regularly
- Your files are private and should not be uploaded
- You want faster processing without internet dependency
- You compress files frequently enough to justify a one-time purchase
Choose FreeConvert when...
- You need a completely free solution for occasional file conversion
- You compress files under 1GB and do not mind cloud processing
- You need audio conversion or document format conversion beyond what Compresto offers
Pricing
Compresto
One-time purchase $19.99 or free tier with limits
FreeConvert
Free (up to 1GB files); Pro plan $9.99/month for larger files and more features
Switching from FreeConvert?
If you frequently hit FreeConvert's 1GB limit or dislike slow upload times, Compresto handles large files locally with no limits and typically processes faster than the upload-download round-trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is FreeConvert really free?
- FreeConvert is free for files up to 1GB with some feature limits. Files larger than 1GB require a Pro plan at $9.99/month. Compresto has a free tier and a $19.99 one-time purchase.
- Does FreeConvert upload my files to their servers?
- Yes. FreeConvert processes files on their servers. For private or sensitive files, Compresto compresses everything locally on your Mac with no uploads.
- Can FreeConvert compress videos larger than 1GB?
- FreeConvert free plan limits files to 1GB. The Pro plan allows larger files. Compresto has no file size limits on the paid plan and processes locally.
- How does Compresto compare in speed to FreeConvert?
- Compresto uses hardware acceleration and processes files locally, avoiding upload/download time. For large files or slow internet, Compresto is significantly faster.
- Does FreeConvert support the same file types as Compresto?
- FreeConvert supports more total formats including audio and documents. Compresto focuses on the core formats Mac users need: MP4, MOV, PNG, JPEG, GIF, SVG, TIFF, and PDF.
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