SammaPix vs Squoosh
Squoosh by Google is technically impressive. But it's single-file only, was archived in 2023, and has zero AI features. Here's how they compare.
Choose SammaPix if you…
- Need to process multiple files at once
- Want AI-generated SEO filenames and alt text
- Want a tool that's actively maintained
- Work on mobile or need a simple UX
Choose Squoosh if you…
- Need advanced codec settings (MozJPEG, OxiPNG, AVIF)
- Want side-by-side before/after preview
- Only need to process one image at a time
Feature comparison
| Feature | SammaPix | Squoosh |
|---|---|---|
| JPG / PNG / WebP compression | ||
| AVIF support | ||
| WebP conversion | ||
| Batch / multiple files at once | ||
| Bulk ZIP download | ||
| AI-powered image renaming | ||
| AI alt text generation | ||
| Quality slider | ||
| Side-by-side preview | ||
| Codec-level settings (MozJPEG, OxiPNG) | ||
| Processes in browser (no upload) | ||
| No account required | ||
| Actively maintained | Archived 2023 | |
| Mobile-friendly UX | ||
| Free to use |
The key differences
Squoosh was archived by Google in 2023
Google's Chrome team archived the Squoosh repository in late 2023. The tool still works — browser APIs haven't changed — but it receives no new features, no security updates, and no bug fixes. SammaPix is actively developed and deployed on a modern Next.js stack.
Batch processing — Squoosh only does one file at a time
Squoosh is designed as a single-image editor with a detailed before/after view. SammaPix is designed for batch workflows — drop 20 images at once, compress and convert them all, download a ZIP. For content creators and developers, this is a significant practical difference.
AI features — Squoosh has none
SammaPix uses Google Gemini to analyze images and generate SEO-optimized filenames and alt text. Upload DSC_1042.jpg, get back sunset-amalfi-coast-italy.webp with a full alt text description. Squoosh has no AI features and no plans to add them.
Where Squoosh wins — codec control
Squoosh exposes low-level codec settings: MozJPEG chroma subsampling, OxiPNG filter strategies, AVIF encoder settings. If you're a developer who needs to squeeze every byte and tune codec-level parameters, Squoosh's advanced controls are unmatched. SammaPix focuses on the 95% use case: good quality, small size, fast workflow.
EXIF removal — a privacy feature Squoosh skips
Squoosh preserves EXIF metadata in your output files. That metadata contains GPS coordinates, device model, lens info, and timestamps. For photographers who publish images to the web, this can be a significant privacy leak — especially if you photograph from home or work locations. SammaPix's EXIF Remover strips all metadata client-side before you download the file. No server needed, no data sent anywhere.
Price — both free, but SammaPix has a Pro tier for power users
Squoosh is completely free with no plans or tiers — it's a Google open-source project. SammaPix is also free for core tools, with a Pro plan at $59/year that adds 100-file batch processing, unlimited AI rename (200/day), ZIP download, and no ads. For most users, both tools are free. The difference is that SammaPix is actively evolving its feature set, while Squoosh is archived and frozen.
Who should switch from Squoosh to SammaPix?
Squoosh is not going away — it still works. But it is no longer maintained, and it has never supported batch workflows or AI features. You should consider switching if:
- You process more than one image at a time. Squoosh's one-file-at-a-time design becomes painful fast when you have 20+ images to optimize for a blog post or product launch.
- You publish to a website and care about SEO. AI rename generates descriptive filenames and alt text that Squoosh cannot produce.
- You want EXIF data removed. Squoosh outputs files with full metadata intact.
- You need a tool that will receive updates. Squoosh was archived by Google in 2023. SammaPix ships new features regularly.
Explore SammaPix tools
Need batch processing + AI rename?
SammaPix handles up to 20 files at once — free, no signup for compression.
