Simple, Transparent Pricing
Choose the plan that fits your workflow. From casual users to professional agencies, we have the right tools to power your image optimization needs.
Free
Perfect for quick, occasional tasks.
- 10 Images per batch
- Max 5MB per image
- Lossless compression only
- No AI recommendations
- No lossy compression
- Original format only
- Standard processing speed
- Ad-supported
- Delete after 30 mins
Premium
For agencies and power users.
- 50 Images per batch
- Max 75MB per image
- Lossless and lossy compression
- AI recommendations enabled
- All output formats available
- Unlimited daily compressions
- Priority processing (3x faster)
- No advertisements
- Priority Email Support
- Early access to new features
Secure payment via PayPal. Cancel anytime.
Why is MeloTools free?
MeloTools uses a freemium model because the core job of image conversion and compression should stay accessible. Many people only need a reliable tool a few times a week: compressing hero images before publishing a landing page, converting screenshots for a blog post, or exporting lighter assets for email and social. Charging every user before they can complete those basic tasks creates friction where there does not need to be any. The free plan exists so developers, marketers, designers, students, and small business owners can handle everyday image work without creating an account or committing to software they have not used yet.
The free tier is also intentionally privacy-first. MeloTools is built to minimize file retention, keep processing simple, and avoid the kind of bloated workflow that turns a basic utility into an ad-heavy funnel. That matters for users handling client assets, unpublished marketing materials, product screenshots, or internal visuals they do not want sitting in a third-party media library indefinitely. The goal is straightforward: let people do useful work quickly while keeping control over their files.
Premium exists to support the product without putting the core experience behind a wall. Teams with heavier workloads usually need higher upload limits, larger batches, faster processing, more output flexibility, and less interruption. Those are the capabilities included in Premium. In other words, the free plan is designed to be genuinely useful, while Premium is designed for users who need more scale, more speed, or more operational headroom. That split keeps MeloTools sustainable without forcing casual users to subsidize power-user needs.
What separates MeloTools from many other “free” tools is that the free plan is meant to solve real problems, not just act as a teaser. The product is built around practical web performance, clear limits, and transparent upgrades. If the free plan covers your workflow, you can keep using it. If your workload grows, Premium is there for scale rather than access.
Pricing FAQ
Is MeloTools really free?
Yes. MeloTools offers a real free plan with no account required for core image conversion and compression. You can use the free tier for everyday tasks, test workflows before upgrading, and decide later if the higher limits in Premium are worth it for your workload.
What's included in the free plan?
The free plan includes up to 10 images per batch, a 5 MB limit per image, lossless compression, standard processing speed, and secure file deletion after processing. It is designed for occasional use, quick tasks, and anyone who wants privacy-first image tools without paying upfront.
What does Premium include?
Premium increases batch size to 50 images, raises the file size limit to 75 MB per image, unlocks lossy compression and AI recommendations, removes ads, and gives you priority processing with faster turnaround. It is built for agencies, production teams, and users who process large volumes regularly.
Is there a trial period for Premium?
If MeloTools is running a trial or introductory promotion, it will be shown clearly during checkout or on the pricing page. If no trial is shown, Premium starts as a standard paid subscription with the features listed on this page.
Will my images be stored if I use the free plan?
No long-term storage is part of the free plan. MeloTools is built around a privacy-first workflow, and processed files are deleted automatically after processing windows expire. The goal is to keep image handling temporary, secure, and limited to what is required to complete the conversion or compression task.
Can I cancel Premium anytime?
Yes. You can cancel Premium at any time from your billing or account area. If you cancel, your access continues until the end of the current billing period, and there are no cancellation penalties or forced long-term contracts.