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Batchio vs Name Mangler

Both stand on file renaming software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Batchio

Free plan Mac

Pick Batchio if you use macOS and want rule-based file renaming with a preview and undo support. Its free plan includes core file-renaming features. Look at Pro if you need folder renaming, saved presets, folder automation, Finder Quick Action, or Shortcuts integration.

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Name Mangler

Free trial Mac

Name Mangler provides extensive batch-renaming controls, from simple case changes to metadata-driven and programmable workflows. Its macOS requirement and one-time license make platform and purchasing fit the main considerations.

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The facts

	Batchio	Name Mangler
Free plan	Yes	A free trial
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Mac	Mac
Lowest paid plan	Pro: $9.99, paid once	Name Mangler: $19, paid once
Plans published	2	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	batchio.dev	manytricks.com
On file renaming software	#21 of 30	#25 of 30

Batchio: what it does well

Free plan includes core file-renaming features and rule types.
Supports regular-expression and metadata-based renaming.
Rename preview lets users inspect proposed changes.
Undo support is listed for reversing changes.
Pro adds Finder Quick Action and Shortcuts integration.

What to know first

Batchio is listed for macOS only.
Folder renaming requires the $9.99 USD Pro purchase.
Saved presets and folder automation require Pro.

Name Mangler: what it does well

Renames batches from a few files to tens of thousands
Offers over 150 metadata fields
Supports multi-step and regular-expression actions
Presets can sync between Macs
Undo and duplicate-warning features included

What to know first

macOS only
Requires macOS 10.13 High Sierra or newer
No free plan; license costs 19.00 USD once

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