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Switch Labs vs Compressor.io

Two popular online image compressors. Here's how they stack up.

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Comparing Online Image Compressors

Compressor.io is a straightforward online image compressor focused on JPG and PNG optimization with good compression ratios.

Switch Labs offers batch processing and local compression with no upload wait times.

Both are solid choices. Let's compare their strengths.

Quick Verdict

Switch Labs wins on batch processing and local privacy. Compressor.io wins on lossless compression options and simple interface.

Choose Switch Labs for batch processing many images privately. Choose Compressor.io for single-image compression with lossless options.

Feature Comparison

FeatureSwitch LabsCompressor.io
PriceFreeFree
Batch Processing
We Win
50+ images1 at a time
Local Processing
We Win
Lossless Option
They Win
Lossy onlyLossless available
PNG Compression
JPG Compression
WebP Support
We Win
GIF Support
We Win
ZIP Download
We Win
File Size Limit
We Win
No limit10MB

Detailed Comparison

Batch vs Single

We Win

Compressor.io processes one image at a time. For multiple images, you repeat the process for each file.

Switch Labs handles 50+ images in a single batch, with ZIP download for convenience.

For projects with many images, Switch Labs saves significant time.

Compression Options

They Win

Compressor.io offers both lossy and lossless compression modes, letting you choose quality vs size tradeoffs.

Switch Labs uses optimized lossy compression. You can't choose lossless mode.

If lossless compression matters for your use case, Compressor.io has the advantage.

Format Support

We Win

Switch Labs supports PNG, JPG, WebP, and GIF. It covers modern web formats.

Compressor.io focuses on PNG, JPG, and SVG (no WebP or GIF).

For wider format support, especially WebP, Switch Labs is better.

Pros & Cons

Switch Labs

Pros

  • Batch processing (50+ images)
  • Local processing for privacy
  • WebP and GIF support
  • ZIP download for batches
  • No file size limit
  • Faster (no upload wait)

Cons

  • No lossless option
  • No SVG optimization
  • Lossy compression only

Compressor.io

Pros

  • Lossless compression available
  • SVG optimization
  • Simple, focused interface
  • Choose quality level

Cons

  • One image at a time
  • 10MB file size limit
  • No WebP support
  • No GIF support
  • Files uploaded to servers

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Switch Labs If You...

  • Need to compress many images
  • Work with WebP or GIF formats
  • Want local processing privacy
  • Have large image files
  • Need fast batch workflows

Choose Compressor.io If You...

  • Need lossless compression
  • Work with SVG files
  • Only compress occasional single images
  • Want quality level control

Frequently Asked Questions

Batch Compress Without the Wait

Process multiple images locally with no uploads.

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