CloudConvert is powerful but expensive — $9.50 for 500 minutes/month, and the free plan gives just 25 conversions/day. FileCurve offers the most common conversions completely free with no daily limits.
FileCurve vs CloudConvert
| Feature | FileCurve | CloudConvert |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $9.50+/mo |
| Free daily limit | Unlimited | 25 conversions |
| Privacy | Browser-only | Files uploaded |
| Signup required | No | Yes |
| Supported formats | 40+ common | 200+ formats |
| API access | No | Yes |
What FileCurve Covers
- ✓ Image conversions: JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG, HEIC
- ✓ PDF tools: compress, merge, split, rotate, watermark
- ✓ Video conversions: MP4, WebM, AVI + compression, trimming
- ✓ Audio conversions: MP3, WAV, OGG, AAC, M4R
When CloudConvert is Still Better
- → You need rare formats (InDesign, AutoCAD, EPS, etc.)
- → You need API access for automated workflows
- → Files are larger than 50MB regularly