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File Converter alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll image converters and batch resizers

Top picks

Common reasons people leave File Converter: windows only, and few image adjustments beyond format, size and quality. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces File Converter, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Converseen currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Converseen logoConverseenOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 568.8
2HandBrake logoHandBrakeOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 466.2
3XnConvert logoXnConvertFree plan + paid€15.00 per business licenceNoWindows, macOS, Linux8 of 864.8
4CloudConvert logoCloudConvertFree plan + paid—NoWeb5 of 550.0
5Convertio logoConvertioFree plan + paid$11.99/month, or $6.99/month billed yearlyNoWeb4 of 449.0
6FoFormat FactoryFree—NoWindows5 of 548.2
  1. Converseen logo

    1. ConverseenTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants a free, simple GUI for bulk converting and resizing images on any desktop OS

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from File Converter

    Open-source batch converter with resize and rename options that also runs on Linux and macOS.

    Pros

    • Completely free and GPL-licensed, with no paid edition
    • Handles 100+ formats through ImageMagick, including HEIC and AVIF
    • Converts whole PDF documents into image sets
    • Runs on Windows, Linux, macOS and FreeBSD

    Cons

    • Far fewer editing actions than XnConvert (no watermarks or filters)
    • No watch-folder automation or saved multi-step workflows
    • Maintained mostly by one developer
    Visit Converseen Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Converseen a good File Converter alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 30, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Formats
    100+ image formats
    Checked Nov 8, 2026converseen.fasterland.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD
    Checked Nov 8, 2026converseen.fasterland.net(opens source in a new tab)
    PDF to images
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026converseen.fasterland.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Linux packages
    AppImage, Snap, Flatpak
    Checked Nov 8, 2026converseen.fasterland.net(opens source in a new tab)
  2. HandBrake logo

    2. HandBrake

    Best for: Anyone who needs to shrink, convert or batch-encode video files for free

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    66.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from File Converter

    A dedicated open-source video transcoder when video conversion is the main need.

    Pros

    • Free, open source and needs no account
    • Device and web presets for quick conversions
    • Hardware-accelerated encoding on most GPUs
    • Batch queue and command-line version

    Cons

    • Not an editor: only basic cropping and filters
    • Cannot rip copy-protected discs by itself
    • Many encoder settings can confuse newcomers
    Visit HandBrake Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is HandBrake a good File Converter alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free, no account
    Checked Nov 8, 2026handbrake.fr(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Nov 8, 2026handbrake.fr(opens source in a new tab)
    macOS requirement
    macOS 10.13 or later
    Checked Nov 8, 2026handbrake.fr(opens source in a new tab)
    Linux distribution
    Flatpak via Flathub
    Checked Nov 8, 2026handbrake.fr(opens source in a new tab)
  3. XnConvert logo

    3. XnConvert

    Best for: Photographers and site owners who batch-process large folders with repeatable multi-step edits

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from File Converter

    Far more image actions, presets and watch folders for heavier batch work.

    Pros

    • Reads 500+ formats, including camera RAW, HEIC and JPEG XL
    • 80+ chainable actions with saved presets
    • Watch folders apply edits to new images automatically
    • Native builds for Windows, macOS and Linux

    Cons

    • Business use requires a paid licence per seat
    • Closed source
    • Busy interface with many options to learn
    Visit XnConvert Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is XnConvert a good File Converter alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Actions
    80+ operations
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Formats
    500+ read, ~70 written
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free for
    Private and educational use
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business licence
    €15.00 per licence (1 seat)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Linux
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    €15.00 per business licence
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Volume price
    €13.50 per licence for 2–9 licences
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
    100+ licences
    €6.50 per licence
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xnview.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. CloudConvert logo

    4. CloudConvert

    Best for: Developers needing a conversion API, and users who want reliable document conversions

    Free plan + paidWeb

    50.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from File Converter

    Converts documents, audio, video and images in the browser or via API, so it also works on Mac and Linux with no install.

    Pros

    • Mature API with storage integrations and team billing
    • Credit packages never expire, so occasional users don't pay monthly
    • Licensed engines for higher-fidelity PDF to Office output
    • Fine-grained options for media conversions

    Cons

    • Free tier capped at 10 conversions a day
    • PDF to Office conversions cost several credits each
    • Files must be uploaded to a remote server
    Visit CloudConvert Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is CloudConvert a good File Converter alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    10 conversions per day
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cloudconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Formats
    212
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cloudconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Founded
    2012
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cloudconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Company
    Lunaweb GmbH, Munich
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cloudconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Credit packages
    Never expire
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cloudconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Convertio logo

    5. Convertio

    Best for: Anyone who needs a quick one-off conversion in the browser on any device

    Free plan + paidWeb

    49.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from File Converter

    Web converter with hundreds of formats and drag-and-drop uploads, useful on machines where you can't install a shell extension.

    Pros

    • Very wide format coverage across media types
    • Advanced options for video and audio conversions
    • API and CLI for automation
    • Uploaded files deleted immediately, outputs within a day

    Cons

    • Files must be uploaded to a third-party server
    • Paid plans use credits that bigger files burn faster
    • No refunds after upgrading to a paid plan
    Visit Convertio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.334
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Convertio a good File Converter alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Formats
    300+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026convertio.co(opens source in a new tab)
    Conversion pairs
    25,600+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026convertio.co(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $11.99/month, or $6.99/month billed yearly
    Checked Nov 8, 2026convertio.co(opens source in a new tab)
    File deletion
    Outputs deleted after 24 hours
    Checked Nov 8, 2026convertio.co(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Fo

    6. Format Factory

    Best for: Windows users who want one free program for occasional video, audio, image and PDF conversions

    FreeWindows

    48.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from File Converter

    Long-running free Windows converter for video, audio, images and documents, with presets and batch jobs in one window.

    Pros

    • Free, with no paid tier needed for conversions
    • Covers video, audio, images, disc ripping and PDFs in one app
    • Can repair damaged video and audio files
    • Interface available in dozens of languages

    Cons

    • Windows only
    • Closed source, unlike HandBrake
    • Large download (about 160 MB) with many features most people won't use
    Visit Format Factory Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.332
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Format Factory a good File Converter alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026pcfreetime.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026pcfreetime.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Disc ripping
    Blu-ray, DVD and audio CD
    Checked Nov 8, 2026pcfreetime.com(opens source in a new tab)
    PDF conversion
    PDF to TXT, DOC, Excel and images
    Checked Nov 8, 2026pcfreetime.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Languages
    62
    Checked Nov 8, 2026pcfreetime.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best File Converter alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Converseen logo

Best File Converter alternative for most people

Converseen

Open-source batch converter with resize and rename options that also runs on Linux and macOS.

HandBrake logo

Best File Converter alternative for a free option

HandBrake

A dedicated open-source video transcoder when video conversion is the main need.

XnConvert logo

Best File Converter alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

XnConvert

Far more image actions, presets and watch folders for heavier batch work.

Converseen logo

Best File Converter alternative for open source

Converseen

Open-source batch converter with resize and rename options that also runs on Linux and macOS.

Converseen logo

Best File Converter alternative for Mac

Converseen

Open-source batch converter with resize and rename options that also runs on Linux and macOS.

Fo

Best File Converter alternative for Windows

Format Factory

Long-running free Windows converter for video, audio, images and documents, with presets and batch jobs in one window.

Converseen logo

Best File Converter alternative for Linux

Converseen

Open-source batch converter with resize and rename options that also runs on Linux and macOS.

CloudConvert logo

Best File Converter alternative for working in the browser

CloudConvert

Converts documents, audio, video and images in the browser or via API, so it also works on Mac and Linux with no install.

File Converter alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to File Converter?

Converseen ranks first right now. Open-source batch converter with resize and rename options that also runs on Linux and macOS. HandBrake and XnConvert follow it in our ranking.

File Converter vs Converseen: what's the difference?

Both File Converter and Converseen are free and open source. Only Converseen runs on macOS and Linux.

Is File Converter free?

File Converter is free and open source.

How much do File Converter alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked File Converter alternatives: XnConvert, €15.00 per business licence; Convertio, $11.99/month, or $6.99/month billed yearly. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to File Converter?

Yes. Converseen (open source), HandBrake (open source), XnConvert (free plan + paid) and CloudConvert (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to File Converter?

Yes: Converseen and HandBrake.

Which File Converter alternatives work on Linux?

Converseen, HandBrake and XnConvert run on Linux.

Why do people switch from File Converter?

The complaints we hear most: windows only; few image adjustments beyond format, size and quality; office document conversion requires Microsoft Office.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces File Converter, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.