Convert HEIC to AVIF

Upload your iPhone HEIC photos and convert them to modern AVIF format with superior compression and quality

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Supports .heic, .heif • Up to 20 files • 50MB per file

Next-Generation Photo Format

Superior Compression: AVIF provides 50-70% better compression than HEIC

iPhone Optimization: Perfect for converting Apple HEIC photos to web-ready format

Modern Standard: Next-generation format with growing browser support

Quality Preservation: Maintain photo quality while reducing file size

Web Compatible: Better browser support than HEIC format

HDR Support: High dynamic range and wide color gamut preservation

How to Convert HEIC to AVIF

1

Upload HEIC Photos

Select your iPhone HEIC photos from your device or drag and drop them into the upload area.

2

Automatic Conversion

The tool processes your HEIC files and converts them to AVIF format with optimal quality settings.

3

Download AVIF Images

Download your converted AVIF photos with superior compression and modern format benefits.

Why Convert HEIC to AVIF?

Better Compression

AVIF offers 50-70% better compression than HEIC while maintaining similar visual quality.

Web Compatibility

AVIF has better browser support for web use compared to HEIC format.

Modern Technology

AVIF uses AV1 codec, representing the latest advancement in image compression technology.

Quality Preservation

Maintain iPhone photo quality while achieving significantly smaller file sizes.

HEIC vs AVIF Format Comparison

Understanding the benefits of upgrading from iPhone HEIC to AVIF format

HEIC Format

  • • Apple ecosystem format
  • • iPhone default photo format
  • • Good compression for photos
  • • Limited browser support
  • • Requires conversion for web use

AVIF Format

  • • Next-generation compression
  • • 50-70% smaller than HEIC
  • • Superior visual quality
  • • Growing browser support
  • • Web-optimized format

Browser Support Notice

AVIF is supported in Chrome 85+, Firefox 93+, and Safari 16+. For maximum compatibility, consider using AVIF with WebP or JPEG fallbacks.

Conversion Technical Details

HEIC Input Processing

• iPhone HEIC/HEIF support

• High-resolution photo processing

• Metadata preservation

• Maximum file size: 50MB

AVIF Output

• AV1 codec compression

• 75% quality (photo optimized)

• 10-bit color depth support

• HDR preservation

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I convert HEIC photos to AVIF?

AVIF provides 50-70% better compression than HEIC while maintaining similar quality, and has better web browser support for sharing and displaying photos online.

Will photo quality be preserved?

Yes, the conversion maintains high photo quality using optimized settings specifically designed for iPhone photos while achieving significant file size reduction.

Are HDR and wide color gamut preserved?

AVIF supports HDR and wide color gamut, so these features from your iPhone photos are preserved during conversion.

How much smaller will my files be?

Typically, AVIF files are 50-70% smaller than HEIC files while maintaining similar or better visual quality.

Conversion Details

Input Format
HEIC
Output Format
AVIF
Compression50-70% better
Quality✓ High
HDR Support✓ Preserved
Max File Size50 MB

Today's Stats

Conversions
1,123
iPhone Photos
3,247
Avg. Time
3.2s
User Rating
4.6/5

Pro Tips

iPhone Photos: AVIF is perfect for sharing iPhone photos with better compression than HEIC.

File Size: Expect 50-70% reduction in file size with equal or better quality than HEIC.

Web Use: AVIF has better browser support than HEIC for web galleries and sharing.