Overall Winner
iMazing Converter
beats Microsoft Photos by 20 points
Microsoft Photos 49/100
iMazing Converter 🏆 69/100
Microsoft Photos
Free
VS
iMazing Converter
Free
The verdict
iMazing Converter scores 69/100 against Microsoft Photos's 49/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Microsoft Photos
iMazing Converter
Price & Value
★★★★★
★★★★★
Features
★★☆☆☆
★★★★★ wins
Ease of Use
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
Reviews
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
Microsoft Photos
"Simplest zero-install HEIC viewer for Windows, but lacks batch processing and output control"
Pros
Built into Windows 10 1809+ with zero installation required for viewing and converting HEIC photos No file size limits or daily conversion restrictions since it is a native system application Maintains EXIF metadata and orientation data when exporting HEIC to JPG
iMazing Converter
"Top-rated free desktop HEIC converter with excellent batch support and offline privacy"
Pros
Completely free desktop converter with no file size or daily conversion limits, perfect for batch processing hundreds of iPhone photos at once Drag-and-drop interface makes bulk HEIC-to-JPG conversion effortless for non-technical users Processes files locally offline, keeping personal photos private without uploading to any cloud server
Pricing & value
| Metric | Microsoft Photos | iMazing Converter | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | Free | Microsoft Photos |
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