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Avidemux vs SVGcode
Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
Visit Avidemux Free plan Open source AndroidMacSelf-hosted+2
Choose SVGcode if you need a free tool to convert color raster artwork into SVG and want to save files without logging in. It is available on the web and as installable apps for Windows, Android, and ChromeOS. Look elsewhere if you need a vector output format other than SVG.
Visit SVGcodeThe facts
| Avidemux | SVGcode | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | svgco.de |
| Best place | #1 on text-to-speech software | #2 on image vectorization software |
Avidemux: what it does well
SVGcode: what it does well
- Accepts JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, and AVIF images.
- Produces color SVG vector graphics.
- Uses full-color tracing and optimizes output with SVGO.
- Available as a web app and installable apps.
- No login is required to use it or save SVGs.
What to know first
- SVG is the listed vector output format.
- Conversion depends on browser capabilities including File System Access API.