ImageOptim vs PureRef

ImageOptim

Description: ImageOptim is a free app that losslessly optimizes images by removing extra metadata and making compression more efficient. It works with common image formats like JPG, PNG, GIF, and SVG.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

PureRef

Description: PureRef is a free, lightweight application for Windows that helps artists and designers quickly view visual references without cluttering their workspace. It's useful for keeping photos, drawings, webpages, etc. easily accessible while working on graphics, illustrations, presentations, documents, and more.

Type: software

Pricing: Free

ImageOptim Features

• Lossless image optimization
• Removes EXIF metadata
• Supports PNG, JPG, GIF and SVG formats
• Drag-and-drop interface
• Command line interface
• Batch optimization
• Integrates with macOS Finder

PureRef Features

• Tabbed interface to organize references
• Resizable panels
• Zoom and pan images
• Minimal UI
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Search references
• Fullscreen mode
• Portable app
• Dark mode

ImageOptim

• Open Source

PureRef

• Free