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Permute
Convert any audio or video file by drag and drop, no hand-written FFmpeg.
- Category
- Utilities
- Pricing
- Included in Setapp (~€9.99/month) · Paid
- My rating
- 4.5 out of 5
In short
Permute does one thing and does it well: converting. No need to launch HandBrake or FFmpeg for a quick conversion.
- Ideal for
- Developers and creators who occasionally need to convert audio/video without a heavy interface
- Use case
- Audio/video file conversion: MP4, MP3, MOV, GIF, WAV, FLAC and more
What it costs
Entry price: Included in Setapp (~€9.99/month). Prices taken from the official site, excluding tax.
| Plan | Per month | Per year | For whom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setapp · Recommended | ~€9.99/month (Setapp subscription) | – | Setapp subscribers who already use the suite |
| One-time purchase | €14.99 (one-time) | – | Users without a Setapp subscription |
Alternatives I ruled out
| Alternative | Why I did not keep it |
|---|---|
| HandBrake | HandBrake for regular conversions with fine control. Permute for a quick conversion in 2 clicks. Better at: Open source, full codec control, advanced presets, free Worse at: Complex interface, learning curve for advanced formats |
| FFmpeg (CLI) | FFmpeg if you do automation or advanced processing. Permute if you want to click and get the file. Better at: Absolute power, scriptable, every possible format Worse at: No graphical interface, requires knowing the command options |
Strengths and limits
Pros
- Drag-and-drop: drop the file and pick the target format, that is all
- Supports all common formats: MP4, MOV, MP3, WAV, FLAC, GIF, M4V...
- Batch conversion: several files at once
- Light and fast, no loading time
- Included in Setapp at no extra cost
Cons
- No advanced control over bitrate or codecs (basic use only)
- Very minimalist interface, little customization
- Occasional use, for regular conversions HandBrake is better suited
Compatibility
- macOS : compatible
- Windows : not compatible
- Linux : not compatible
- iOS : not compatible
- Android : not compatible
- Browser : not compatible
- API : not compatible
- n8n : not compatible
- Zapier : not compatible
Final verdict
The simplest conversion tool on macOS. Perfect for occasional use, included in Setapp.
- I recommend it to
- Anyone with a Setapp subscription who needs to convert a file from time to time.
- Not suited for
- Users with frequent or advanced conversion needs (bitrate, specific codecs).
- Value for money
- Excellent · 4.5 out of 5
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