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Zamzar alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll file converters

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Zamzar: free conversions capped at 50 MB per file, and desktop app allows only 25 free conversions. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Zamzar, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. CloudConvert currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1CloudConvert logoCloudConvertFree plan + paid—NoWeb5 of 568.8
2HandBrake logoHandBrakeOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 466.2
3Convertio logoConvertioFree plan + paid$11.99/month, or $6.99/month billed yearlyNoWeb4 of 464.8
4FreeConvert logoFreeConvertFree plan + paid$12.99/month (Basic)NoWeb5 of 561.8
5File Converter logoFile ConverterOpen source—YesWindows4 of 450.0
6iLovePDF logoiLovePDFFree plan + paid—NoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 449.0
  1. CloudConvert logo

    1. CloudConvertTop pick

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

    Free plan + paidWeb

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zamzar

    Free daily conversions with a 1 GB limit and credits that never expire.

    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 ×0.3100
    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 CloudConvert a good Zamzar 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)
  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 Zamzar

    Free offline video conversion with no file size limits at all.

    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 Zamzar 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. Convertio logo

    3. Convertio

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

    Free plan + paidWeb

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zamzar

    Larger file limits and advanced video options in the browser.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Convertio a good Zamzar 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)
  4. FreeConvert logo

    4. FreeConvert

    Best for: Casual users who convert or compress a few files a day without an account

    Free plan + paidWeb

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zamzar

    Up to 20 free conversions a day with bigger files and compression tools.

    Pros

    • Useful daily free allowance with no signup
    • Compression and simple editing tools alongside conversion
    • Imports from cloud drives and URLs
    • Failed tasks are refunded automatically

    Cons

    • Free use limited to 5 conversion minutes per file
    • Ads on the free tier
    • Files are processed on remote servers
    Visit FreeConvert Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 FreeConvert a good Zamzar alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    20 conversion minutes per day
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freeconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $12.99/month (Basic)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freeconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Conversions
    1,500+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freeconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    File deletion
    After 8 hours
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freeconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Launched
    2018
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freeconvert.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. File Converter logo

    5. File Converter

    Best for: Windows users who want one-click image, audio and video conversions from the right-click menu

    Open sourceWindows

    50.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zamzar

    Free, open-source Windows tool that converts from the right-click menu, so files never leave your PC and have no size limit.

    Pros

    • Works directly from the Explorer context menu
    • Converts images, audio, video and documents in one tool
    • Free, GPL-licensed, with no ads or data collection
    • Customisable conversion presets

    Cons

    • Windows only
    • Few image adjustments beyond format, size and quality
    • Office document conversion requires Microsoft Office
    Visit File Converter 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 File Converter a good Zamzar alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 29, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Context menu
    Windows Explorer
    Checked Nov 8, 2026file-converter.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows 7/8/10/11
    Checked Nov 8, 2026file-converter.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Ads or tracking
    None
    Checked Nov 8, 2026file-converter.io(opens source in a new tab)
  6. iLovePDF logo

    6. iLovePDF

    Best for: Occasional users who want a quick free tool for common PDF tasks

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    49.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zamzar

    Better pick when most of your conversions are to and from PDF, with merge, compress and OCR tools alongside.

    Pros

    • Free tier covers most everyday tasks
    • Each tool is simple and fast to use
    • Desktop and mobile apps as well as the website

    Cons

    • File size and task limits on the free plan
    • Upload-based processing for most tools
    • Not a full editor for changing body text
    Visit iLovePDF 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 iLovePDF a good Zamzar alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Core tools, limited use
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ilovepdf.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop apps
    Mac and Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ilovepdf.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ilovepdf.com(opens source in a new tab)
    E-signature
    Sign or request signatures
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ilovepdf.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Zamzar alternative for…

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

CloudConvert logo

Best Zamzar alternative for most people

CloudConvert

Free daily conversions with a 1 GB limit and credits that never expire.

HandBrake logo

Best Zamzar alternative for a free option

HandBrake

Free offline video conversion with no file size limits at all.

Convertio logo

Best Zamzar alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Convertio

Larger file limits and advanced video options in the browser.

File Converter logo

Best Zamzar alternative for open source

File Converter

Free, open-source Windows tool that converts from the right-click menu, so files never leave your PC and have no size limit.

iLovePDF logo

Best Zamzar alternative for Mac

iLovePDF

Better pick when most of your conversions are to and from PDF, with merge, compress and OCR tools alongside.

HandBrake logo

Best Zamzar alternative for Windows

HandBrake

Free offline video conversion with no file size limits at all.

HandBrake logo

Best Zamzar alternative for Linux

HandBrake

Free offline video conversion with no file size limits at all.

iLovePDF logo

Best Zamzar alternative for iPhone and Android

iLovePDF

Better pick when most of your conversions are to and from PDF, with merge, compress and OCR tools alongside.

FreeConvert logo

Best Zamzar alternative for working in the browser

FreeConvert

Up to 20 free conversions a day with bigger files and compression tools.

Zamzar alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Zamzar?

CloudConvert ranks first right now. Free daily conversions with a 1 GB limit and credits that never expire. HandBrake and Convertio follow it in our ranking.

Zamzar vs CloudConvert: what's the difference?

Both Zamzar and CloudConvert are free with paid plans. Only Zamzar runs on Windows and macOS.

Is Zamzar free?

Zamzar is free with paid plans. Starting price: $12/month (Basic). Checked on Zamzar's own site, November 2026.

How much do Zamzar alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Zamzar alternatives: Convertio, $11.99/month, or $6.99/month billed yearly; FreeConvert, $12.99/month (Basic). 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 Zamzar?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Zamzar?

Yes: HandBrake and File Converter.

Which Zamzar alternatives work on Linux?

HandBrake runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Zamzar?

The complaints we hear most: free conversions capped at 50 MB per file; desktop app allows only 25 free conversions; conversions can take several minutes.

How is this list ranked?

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