Batch compression
Drag in images or folders and adjust a single quality slider. Files shrink by over 60% in seconds, with visual quality virtually unchanged.
Mac App · Image tool
PicCute Batch image compression and conversion for Mac
Less size, more possibilities. Drop in images or whole folders, move one slider and shrink files by over 60% in seconds, or convert them to the format you need. Everything runs locally on your Mac.
Requires macOS. Price and availability vary by region.
- Platform
- macOS
- Input formats
- 8 incl. HEIC, APNG
- Typical saving
- Over 60%
- Processing
- 100% on device
Features
Everything a batch image tool should do. Nothing it should not.
Prepare images for sharing, websites and projects without opening them one at a time.
Format conversion
Convert PNG, APNG, JPG, WebP, HEIC, GIF, BMP and TIFF into PNG, JPG, WebP, HEIC or GIF. Animated APNG conversion included.
Before and after compare
Open any image in the compare view and drag the slider to inspect details instantly before you share.
Fast parallel engine
A multithreaded engine built on Rust processes large folders concurrently, even with big batches.
Native Mac design
Layered glass panels and frosted window materials that adapt smoothly to Light and Dark mode.
Offline and private
Every image is processed locally on your Mac. No files are ever uploaded to any server.
Screenshots
Two modes, one window.
Switch between Compress and Convert from the sidebar. Results, savings and timing appear for every file.
Compress mode
Batch compression with precise quality control.
- One quality slider with reset
- Overwrite originals or save to a custom folder
- Per file size, saving and time
Convert mode
Your images, the right format: PNG, JPG, HEIC, WebP, GIF and APNG.
- Pick a target format with one click
- Set quality for lossy formats
- Keep files next to originals or in a new folder
Format finder
Which conversion do you need?
Pick what you have and what you want. PicCute supports 8 input formats and 5 output formats.
I have
I want
HEIC→JPG
Convert HEIC to JPG on your Mac
- Drag your HEIC files or folders into PicCute.
- Open Convert and choose JPG as the target format.
- Set the quality, pick an output folder and click Run.
Conversion runs offline. Your original files are kept unless you choose to overwrite them.
Popular on Mac:
Interactive batch compression preview
Drag the quality slider to preview how a 6-file PNG batch responds.
Golden-Ring.png392 KB113 KB−71.2%
Mint-Arc.png381 KB111 KB−70.9%
Ocean-Blue.png392 KB117 KB−70.2%
Sunset-Glow.png388 KB115 KB−70.4%
4 files · Original total: 1,553 KB
Compressed total: 456 KB (−70.6% saved)
| Format | Input | Output | Transparency | Animation | Typical Mac Workflow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PNG | Yes | Yes | Alpha channel | Static | macOS screenshots, UI assets, design exports |
| APNG | Yes | Convert | Alpha channel | Animated | Convert animated APNG sequences into compatible formats |
| JPG / JPEG | Yes | Yes | No | Static | Universal photo sharing, email attachments, CMS uploads |
| WebP | Yes | Yes | Alpha channel | Static | Fast-loading website images and modern web apps |
| HEIC | Yes | Yes | Supported | Static | Convert iPhone photos to JPG/PNG or archive in compact HEIC |
| GIF | Yes | Yes | 1-bit | Supported | Lightweight clips and chat/documentation animations |
| BMP & TIFF | Yes | Input only | TIFF supported | Static | Batch convert uncompressed scans and legacy assets to PNG/JPG/WebP |
Use cases
Made for the little image jobs.
Share design work
Shrink a collection of mockups before sending them to a client or teammate, without visible quality loss.
Prepare web and app assets
Convert a folder of PNGs to WebP to speed up a website, or export JPGs for an app store listing.
Tidy up screenshots and photos
Compress screenshots and iPhone HEIC photos for storage, email or upload forms with size limits.
How to use PicCute
From files to finished in four steps.
The same flow works for compressing and converting.
- 1
Add your images
Open PicCute and drag in images, folders or subfolders.
- 2
Choose a task
Select Compress or Convert, then set the quality slider or pick a target format.
- 3
Check settings
Review quality, output format and where the files will be saved.
- 4
Click Run
Inspect the results and open the output folder in Finder.
The exact reduction depends on the source images and settings. Keep your originals if you may need them later.
Can PicCute process more than one image at a time?
Yes. Add multiple images or whole folders, including subfolders, and PicCute processes the batch with your selected settings.
Are my images uploaded anywhere?
No. Every image is processed locally on your Mac. No files are ever uploaded to a server, and PicCute works offline.
How much smaller will my images get?
PicCute typically shrinks files by over 60% in seconds while keeping visual quality virtually unchanged. Exact results depend on the original file, its format and the settings you choose. The compare view helps you decide.
Can I convert HEIC photos to JPG?
Yes. Open Convert, choose JPG as the target format and click Run. PicCute also converts to PNG, WebP, HEIC and GIF.
Can PicCute convert animated images?
Yes. Convert mode supports animated APNG conversion.
Can I compare image quality before and after?
Yes. Open any image in the compare view and drag the slider to inspect details side by side.
Why is batch processing so fast?
PicCute uses a multithreaded engine built on Rust to process large folders of images in parallel.
Make space for more creating.
Get PicCute on the Mac App Store and process your next batch in seconds.
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