Phiewer
Phiewer: A focused Mac viewer for browsing, editing, and presenting mixed media collections. Ranked #17 of 33 in Photo Viewer Software by our editors (7.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for mac users browsing photos, video, and audio.
At a glance
- Editor score7.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forMac users browsing photos, video, and audio
- Free planYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports RAW images, video, and audio playback
- Combines folder, Grid, Exposé, and Pinboard browsing
- Includes metadata search, batch export, and non-destructive editing
Where it doesn't
- Available only for macOS
- Expanded media and editing features require Phiewer PRO
- More focused on local media browsing than cross-platform workflows
Our verdict on Phiewer
Phiewer is a macOS application for browsing, organizing, comparing, editing, and presenting photos, RAW images, videos, and audio files. It suits photographers, designers, and anyone managing media collections through folders rather than a separate cloud library. Folder, Grid, Exposé, and Pinboard views support different browsing styles, while slideshows can use looping, intervals, animations, and subfolders.
Its strongest area is the combination of media viewing and file-level organization. Phiewer can display EXIF and embedded metadata, support metadata search, and work with Finder tags and comments. The feature set also includes file renaming, copying, duplicating, and deleting, plus video playback controls. Non-destructive filters, effects, and adjustments allow edits without changing the original media, while batch export and compression help prepare groups of files for sharing or storage.
The product fits closely into the macOS ecosystem through Finder, macOS sharing, and macOS printing integration. Phiewer Lite provides folder browsing, supported-format viewing, simple slideshows, file information, EXIF data, search, sorting, filters, and image editing at no cost. Phiewer PRO adds gallery views, RAW, video, and audio support, non-destructive editing, Finder tags and comments, batch export and compression, sharing, and printing. Choose Phiewer for a Mac-centered viewer that handles varied media and practical file tasks in one application. Users who need a cross-platform workflow should consider a product designed for multiple operating systems instead.
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Phiewer fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | macOS |
| RAW image support | Yes |
| Side-by-side compare | Not verified |
| Contact sheets | Not verified |
| Color management | Not verified |
| Metadata viewer | Yes |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | macOS |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: macOS Finder, macOS sharing, macOS printing |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | phiewer.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Phiewer integrations
Phiewer lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- macOS Finder
- macOS sharing
- macOS printing
Alternatives to Phiewer
- XnView MPA format-rich desktop viewer with serious cataloging, metadata, and batch tools.9.3
- FastStone Image ViewerA free Windows viewer with RAW support, comparison, batch tools, editing, and scanning.9.1
- IrfanViewA practical Windows viewer for batch conversion, resizing, renaming, and RAW support.9.0
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