# Squash for Mac

> Batch image compression and conversion.

Squash resizes, converts and compresses whole folders of images to WebP, AVIF, JPEG and PNG while you get on with your day.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: Realmac Software
- Category: Design & Photo
- Website: https://www.realmacsoftware.com/squash/
- Homebrew cask: squash
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/squash/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask squash
```

## Questions

### How much does Squash cost?

Squash is paid software, bought up front from realmacsoftware.com.

### Where can I download Squash for Mac?

Download Squash from the developer's website (realmacsoftware.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install Squash from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask squash`.

### What are good alternatives to Squash?

Other design & photo apps for Mac worth a look are RasterFox (free + pro), ImageOptim (open source), Pixelmator Pro (one-time purchase) and Affinity (free).

## Alternatives in Design & Photo

- [RasterFox](https://macworthy.com/apps/rasterfox/): Shrink images and check the result side by side. (Free + Pro)
- [ImageOptim](https://macworthy.com/apps/imageoptim/): Smaller images, same pixels. (Open source)
- [Pixelmator Pro](https://macworthy.com/apps/pixelmator-pro/): A pro image editor, built entirely for the Mac. (One-time purchase)
- [Affinity](https://macworthy.com/apps/affinity/): Pro vector, pixel and layout tools in one app. (Free)
- [Sketch](https://macworthy.com/apps/sketch/): The native interface design tool. (Subscription)
- [Acorn](https://macworthy.com/apps/acorn/): The image editor for humans. (One-time purchase)
- [Photomator](https://macworthy.com/apps/photomator/): Powerful photo editing for your Photos library. (Subscription)
- [Darkroom](https://macworthy.com/apps/darkroom/): A fast, flexible photo and video editor. (Free + Pro)

## Collections

- [Creative studio](https://macworthy.com/collections/creative-studio/)

Tags: compression, batch