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ImgIng / ImgIng, Squoosh and TinyPNG
COMPARE · CHOOSE THE RIGHT TOOLImgIng, Squoosh and TinyPNG: choose by workflow, not one score
Ask three questions first: does the image stay local, are you processing stills or animation, and do you need codec controls, a cloud API, or AI cutout and mask refinement?
Processing locationAnimation workflowHEIC / AVIFLocal AI cutout
Capability quick facts
These facts describe the current product, not unshipped roadmap work.
- Dimensions
- Processing location, formats, animation, AI and APIs
- ImgIng focus
- A device-first image workflow in one browser tab
- Third parties
- Capabilities and plans must be checked on official pages
- Last reviewed
- 2026-08-15
Reviewed by the DataDance product and engineering team · Published · Updated
Finish in three steps
Confirm important settings before export; the processing location is always disclosed.
Match the workflow
Still compression, animation editing, conversion and APIs are different needs.
Test your own assets
Compare size, detail and operating cost with representative real files.
Where each tool is strongest
| Area | ImgIng | Squoosh | TinyPNG | Cloud converters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary processing | Device-first | Device | Server | Server |
| Still compression | PNG-8 / JPG / WebP / AVIF | Excellent codec controls | Mature cloud compression | Depends on service |
| Animation | GIF / APNG / WebP / AVIF plus frame editing | Not a primary feature | Some animation compression | Varies |
| HEIC / AVIF | Local HEIC read, local AVIF write | Strong local AVIF | Not a primary feature | Broad formats, upload required |
| AI cutout | Three local models and mask refinement | Not a primary feature | Not a primary feature | Varies |
When should you choose another tool?
Squoosh remains an excellent reference for a single image and deep codec controls. TinyPNG has a more mature cloud API and delivery ecosystem. Cloud converters cover many document and legacy formats. ImgIng is designed for users who want privacy-first stills, animation, HEIC / AVIF and local AI in one workflow.
This comparison reflects broadly documented product capabilities checked on 2026-08-15. Third-party features and plans can change; verify them on the vendor’s official site.
Updated 2026-08-20 · Live capability detection inside the tool is authoritative
Frequently asked questions
These visible answers match the current product behaviour and structured data.
Does Squoosh also process locally?
Yes. Squoosh is excellent at local still-image compression. ImgIng differs through animation editing, HEIC input and local AI cutout in the same workflow.
Does TinyPNG use the same privacy model?
No. TinyPNG is a cloud compression service; ImgIng processes common formats and AI cutout in the browser by default.
Can ImgIng replace every cloud converter?
No. HEIC writing, TIFF, JPEG 2000, PDF and other specialist or legacy formats still require a server-side engine.
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