BatchSet
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TinyPNG

BatchSet vs TinyPNG: Which Is Right for You in 2026?

TinyPNG only compresses images. BatchSet converts, compresses, generates QR codes, resizes for social, and shortens URLs — 8 tools in one. Compare free tiers, pricing, and features.

TinyPNG is one of the most popular image compression tools on the web — and for good reason. It does one thing exceptionally well: shrink PNG, JPEG, and WebP file sizes through smart lossy compression.

But if your workflow requires more than compression — format conversion, QR code generation, bulk processing from a spreadsheet, social media image resizing, or URL shortening — TinyPNG can't help you. You'd need 4–6 separate tools.

BatchSet was built to replace that entire toolkit. One platform, 8 tools, starting at $0.

Feature Comparison

Feature
BatchSet
TinyPNG
Image compression (PNG, JPEG, WebP)
Format conversion (JPG ↔ WebP ↔ PNG ↔ AVIF)
Bulk conversion (100+ files at once)
Excel/CSV batch processing
PDF ↔ Image conversion
QR Code Generator (static)
Dynamic QR + scan analytics
Barcode Generator
URL Shortener
Social media image resizer (28 sizes)
Watermark tool
Free tier — no credit card
30 credits/mo
Unlimited (web), 500 images/mo (API)
Paid plan starts at
$19.99/mo
$25/year (API only)
Dashboard / history
Credit-based pricing (pay for what you use)

Where TinyPNG Excels

We're not here to trash TinyPNG — it's a solid tool for its intended use case. Here's when you should choose it over BatchSet:

  • You only need PNG/JPEG/WebP compression — no conversion, no other tools
  • You're a developer using the TinyPNG API in a CI/CD pipeline
  • You need unlimited web uploads with no account (truly anonymous compression)
  • Your team already has separate tools for QR codes, social media, and URL shortening

Where TinyPNG Falls Short

These are the TinyPNG limitations that bring users to BatchSet:

Compression only — no format conversion

TinyPNG compresses your PNG or JPEG, but it cannot convert between formats. Need to convert JPG to WebP? You'll need a separate tool like Squoosh or Convertio — then import that file back to TinyPNG to compress it.

No QR codes, barcodes, or URL shortening

TinyPNG is an image tool only. Marketers, e-commerce sellers, and event managers who also need QR codes or short links have to use entirely separate tools — each with their own account, pricing, and interface.

No social media presets

TinyPNG doesn't know what a 1080×1080 Instagram square or a 1584×396 LinkedIn banner is. Resizing images for social media requires a different tool — Canva, Adobe Express, or a manual resize in Photoshop.

API-only for bulk processing

TinyPNG's bulk capabilities require the paid Developer API ($25/year). The free web tool processes images one at a time (or small batches via drag-and-drop). There's no spreadsheet/Excel workflow for processing hundreds of image URLs.

No conversion history or dashboard

TinyPNG is stateless. Once you download your compressed image, there's no history, no re-download link, and no dashboard. BatchSet keeps a full conversion history with re-download links based on your subscription tier.

Pricing Comparison

BatchSet

  • Free: 30 credits/month, no credit card
  • Pro: $19.99/mo — 500 credits + larger files
  • Enterprise: $49.99/mo — 2000 credits + team seats
  • 1 credit = 1 action (any tool, any format)
  • 8 tools included at every tier

TinyPNG

  • Free: Unlimited web uploads (slow queue); 500 images/mo via API
  • Paid: $25/year (API Pro)
  • Model: API subscription ($25/year) or free web tool
  • Compression/conversion tool only — no QR, URL, social

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TinyPNG free?

Yes — TinyPNG's web interface is free with no account required. The API (for developers/automation) has a free tier of 500 images/month, with paid plans starting at $25/year.

Can TinyPNG convert JPG to WebP?

No. TinyPNG compresses images but cannot convert between formats. To convert JPG to WebP you need a different tool. BatchSet supports JPG → WebP, PNG → WebP, and all major format conversions.

What does TinyPNG NOT do?

TinyPNG doesn't do format conversion, QR code generation, URL shortening, barcode creation, social media resizing, bulk URL-based batch processing, or PDF conversion. It is a single-purpose compression tool.

Which is better for Shopify product images — TinyPNG or BatchSet?

BatchSet. Shopify sellers need WebP format (for Core Web Vitals), bulk processing of product images, and often QR codes for packaging. TinyPNG only compresses; BatchSet converts, compresses, and bulk-processes — including via spreadsheet URL batches.

Can I use BatchSet as a TinyPNG replacement?

Yes. BatchSet includes image compression as part of every conversion. You get smaller files (WebP is 60–80% smaller than PNG/JPEG at equivalent quality) plus 7 additional tools — all starting at 30 free credits per month.

Get 8 tools for the price of one

Convert images, generate QR codes, shorten URLs, resize for social media — all in one dashboard. 30 free credits every month, no credit card required.