Kiln · House #23,514

What it is

Calls itself “batch image processor”.

• Calls itself: batch image processor

“…batch image processor”

Where it puts itself

Positions itself as an alternative to XnConvert. Rules out “telemetry” and “uploads”.

• Alternative to: XnConvert
• Says it will not: telemetry · uploads

“Measured against XnConvert”

“…no telemetry, no uploads, no account”

What it costs

One-time purchase. Has a free plan. No monthly plan.

• One-time: yes
• Monthly: no
• Free plan: yes

“No subscription, no account requirement.”

“A one-time license per major version.”

Who it sells to

Sells to consumers. Built for solo users. Made for indie creators and photographers.

• Sells to: consumers
• Company size: solo / indie
• Made for: indie creators · photographers

“It's designed with indie creators and photographers in mind”

“It's designed with indie creators and photographers in mind, who need to process, convert, and optimize large batches of images without the overhead of a full editing suite.”

How it runs

A desktop app for Linux, Windows and macOS. Runs locally and works offline. No API.

• Kind: desktop
• Runs on: Linux · Windows · macOS
• Runs where: on the device, offline
• API: no

“Kiln is a desktop app for converting, resizing, compressing, and renaming images in bulk.”

“Windows · macOS · Linux”

What it works with

Names XnConvert on its pages.

• Names: XnConvert

“Kiln is a cross-platform batch image processor built for speed on large photo libraries.”

“Measured against XnConvert”

What it offers as proof

In beta. Try it without signing up.

• Stage: beta
• Trial asks for: nothing

“Public beta available now for Windows, macOS, and Linux.”

“The public beta is available now on the download page for Windows, macOS, and Linux — no signup required.”