The cross-platform Compresto alternative that does more than compress
Compresto is a great Mac-only compressor. 1FileTool compresses the same video, images and PDFs 100% offline — and adds 260+ tools to convert, merge, split and clean files — on both Mac and Windows for one price.
Free for 8 files/day · No account · Mac & Windows
Why people look for a Compresto alternative
Compresto (formerly CompressX) is a native macOS app built for batch-compressing video, images, GIFs and PDFs. It leans on Apple Silicon hardware encoders, watches folders to compress automatically, and processes everything locally. It is a one-time purchase, but it is compression-only and macOS-only.
macOS only
Compresto runs on the Mac; its Windows build is still waitlist-only. If you switch machines or work on a PC, your compression workflow does not come with you.
Compression is all it does
The moment you need to convert HEIC to JPG, merge two PDFs, trim a clip or extract audio, you are back to hunting for another app. Compresto is deliberately narrow.
Higher entry price
Compresto starts at $49 for a single Mac and $69 for two. That buys excellent compression, but only compression — a lot to pay if your needs range wider than shrinking files.
One codec problem, one app
Building a toolkit out of single-purpose apps means more purchases, more updates and more windows. A file often needs converting before or after it is compressed.
1FileTool vs Compresto
How a local, one-time desktop app compares to a cloud-based service.
| Feature | 1 1FileTool | Compresto |
|---|---|---|
| Works 100% offline | ||
| Files uploaded to the cloud | Never — local only | Never — local only |
| Pricing model | One-time from $29 | One-time from $49 |
| Compress video, images & PDF | ||
| Beyond compression | 265+ tools (convert, merge, split…) | Compression-focused |
| Native Windows app | Waitlist only | |
| Native macOS app | ||
| Folder watch auto-compress | ||
| Requires an account | ||
| No tracking |
Why switch to 1FileTool
- Keep the offline, no-upload privacy you already like about Compresto.
- Compress video, images and PDF — then convert, merge, split and clean them in the same app.
- Use it on Windows as well as macOS, with one license covering the whole workflow.
- Pay once from $29 instead of $49–$69, and get 260+ extra tools on top of compression.
- Stop stitching together single-purpose apps for every file type.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about switching from Compresto to 1FileTool.
Is 1FileTool a free Compresto alternative?
1FileTool is free to use with every tool unlocked at a fair 8-files-per-day limit, and Pro is a one-time purchase from $29 for unlimited use. Compresto offers a free trial but no permanent free tier, and its licenses start at $49.
Does 1FileTool run on Windows like I wish Compresto did?
Yes. 1FileTool ships native apps for both macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel) and Windows today, while Compresto is macOS-only with a Windows version still on a waitlist.
Can 1FileTool compress video and images as well as Compresto?
1FileTool compresses video, images and PDF entirely offline, which covers the vast majority of everyday needs. Compresto is purpose-built for compression and offers deeper per-codec tuning, hardware encoders and folder-watch automation, so dedicated media compressors may still prefer it for that single job.
Are my files private with 1FileTool?
Completely. Like Compresto, 1FileTool processes everything locally on your own machine — no uploads, no account and no tracking. Your files never leave your computer.
What does 1FileTool cost compared to Compresto?
1FileTool is a one-time purchase from $29; Compresto is a one-time purchase from $49 (one Mac) or $69 (two Macs). Both avoid subscriptions, but 1FileTool is cheaper and does far more than compress.
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