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Squash
by Squash
What Squash is
Squash is a native macOS application for processing image files individually or in batches. It can convert, resize, compress, watermark, filter, rename, and edit metadata. Supported formats include HEIC, JPG, TIFF, PNG, WebP, and AVIF, including conversion of iPhone HEIC images into the other listed formats. Layered image and text watermarks support reusable branding, while saved presets retain frequently used settings. Eight filters are included, and extra effect packs are sold separately. Squash works with Shortcuts on macOS for workflow automation and runs on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs. macOS Big Sur or later is required. Realmac says compression and resizing, including WebP and AVIF output, are available free. Squash uses a freemium model with a free plan; Monthly Plan, 1-Year Plan, and Squash 3 listings do not show prices. The maker is headquartered in the United Kingdom and describes the app for photographers, web developers, journalists, bloggers, and iPhone users.
Who it suits
Squash suits Mac users who process groups of images, especially photographers, web developers, journalists, bloggers, and iPhone users. It also fits workflows needing metadata controls, presets, watermarks, or Shortcuts automation.
What it does well
- Batch conversion, resizing, compression, and renaming
- Supports HEIC, JPG, TIFF, PNG, WebP, and AVIF
- Layered image and text watermarks
- Shortcuts automation on macOS
- Free compression and resizing plan
What to know first
- Requires macOS Big Sur or later
- Extra effect packs cost separately
- Only available for macOS
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Plan | — | On request |
| 1-Year Plan | — | On request |
| Squash 3 | One-Year Subscription · macOS Big Sur or later | On request |
As realmacsoftware.com lists them, read 22 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Squash combines broad image conversion and batch editing with presets, watermarks, metadata controls, and macOS Shortcuts support. Its free plan covers compression and resizing, while some effects require separate purchases and all listed plan prices are unspecified.
Facts from Squash's own pages
- Automation
- Squash works with Shortcuts on macOS to automate workflows. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Batch processing
- It can process multiple images at once, including batches of hundreds of files. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Filters
- Eight filters are included, and additional effect packs are available to purchase separately. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Formats
- The maker says Squash can convert iPhone HEIC images to JPG, TIFF, PNG, WebP, or AVIF. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2002 · realmacsoftware.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · realmacsoftware.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Free use
- Realmac announced that Squash can be used for free to compress and resize images, including WebP and AVIF output. · forums.realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom · realmacsoftware.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes Squash as useful for photographers, web developers, journalists, bloggers, and iPhone users working with images. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Metadata controls
- Yes · realmacsoftware.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Payment processing
- Realmac says FastSpring handles software sales, billing details, payment processing, refunds, and related support. · docs.realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Platform and architecture
- Squash is a native macOS app written in Swift and SwiftUI, with support for Intel and Apple Silicon Macs. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Squash 3 batch converts, resizes, compresses, watermarks, filters, renames, and edits image metadata. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Image resizing
- Yes · realmacsoftware.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Security and privacy
- Realmac says website traffic uses HTTPS, it stores minimal data with appropriate safeguards, and it does not sell personal information for marketing. · docs.realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The purchase page lists first-class support and links to a support page and contact us. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Supported formats
- HEIC,JPG,TIFF,PNG,WebP,AVIF · realmacsoftware.com, 22 Sept 2026
- System requirement
- The product page says Squash requires macOS Big Sur or later. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Watermarks and presets
- Squash supports layered image and text watermarks and lets users save presets for commonly used settings. · realmacsoftware.com, 11 Oct 2026
Where Squash stands on Freedom251
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