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Everyone struggles with iPhone storage. Even if you rely on iCloud, Apple has a big jump between tiers, going straight from 200GB at $3 to 2TB at $10. If you just need a bit more than 200GB, upgrading can be tough to justify. HEVCut tackles this by optimizing your photo library without requiring you to delete anything.
Key Features
To be upfront, HEVCut also includes the typical features you would expect from a photo cleanup tool: it helps locate duplicate images and allows you to remove photos using a smooth swipe left/right interface.
However, that is not its main selling point. As mentioned earlier, it can scan your photo library and compress media files. It is remarkably efficient, reducing each file by 50-80% while maintaining strong image quality.
All processing happens locally on your device, meaning you don t have to sacrifice privacy to compress your images. This can easily free up hundreds of gigabytes of local or iCloud storage.
It also includes a convenient video editor for trimming clips down to shorter lengths to share with friends, perfect for those who record full events but only need a few key moments.
Download the App
HEVCut is free to download from the App Store with limited features, but unlocking the full experience including optimal resolution settings requires HEVCut Pro at $24.99/year or $39.99 for a lifetime upgrade. A $0.49 one week trial is available if you want to test it first.
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