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ff·Works vs Compressor: catalog facts
ff·Works	Compressor
Paid Paid app with a trial version available to download.	Paid Sold as a paid app from Apple.
macOS	macOS
Exposes FFmpeg options without the command line Drop zones for repeatable batch conversions	Integrates with Final Cut Pro and Motion Custom encoding settings for delivery
macOS only Paid, unlike free FFmpeg front ends such as HandBrake	Mac only Most useful within Apple's pro video apps
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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