Overall Winner

IrfanView

beats FreeConvert by 19 points

FreeConvert 42/100
IrfanView 🏆 61/100
FreeConvert

FreeConvert

From $12.99/mo

VS
IrfanView

IrfanView

Free

The verdict

IrfanView scores 61/100 against FreeConvert's 42/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.

Score breakdown

Dimension
FreeConvert
IrfanView
Price & Value
★★★☆☆
★★★★★ wins
Features
★★★☆☆
★★★★★ wins
Ease of Use
★★★☆☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
Reviews
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆ wins

Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.

What users say

FreeConvert

"Solid general-purpose online converter with generous free limits but no HEIC-specific optimization"

Pros

Generous 1GB free file size limit handles large HEIC batches from modern iPhones Supports batch conversion of multiple HEIC files simultaneously through the web interface Available as both a web tool and API for automated HEIC conversion workflows

IrfanView

"The most powerful free batch converter for Windows, though its dated interface and plugin setup will not suit everyone"

Pros

Powerful batch converter handles massive numbers of HEIC files reliably, praised by Reddit as the best freeware image tool available Supports 500+ image formats with decades of proven reliability, making it a versatile choice beyond just HEIC conversion Completely free for personal use with no file size limits or conversion restrictions

Pricing & value

Metric FreeConvert IrfanView Winner
Free tier Yes Yes Tie
Starting price From $12.99/mo Free IrfanView

Our pick

🏆 IrfanView