Comparison
PixelUnik vs Crush.pics
PixelUnik is a Shopify image compression specialist with real WebP conversion, gallery and restorable version history. Crush.pics compresses and renames images with a megabyte quota. Here's where each shines.
Which should you choose?
Choose PixelUnik if…
- You prefer token quotas over megabyte quotas
- You want real WebP conversion, version history and a before/after gallery
- You want recoverable originals + Carry-On
Choose Crush.pics if…
- You want mature SEO rename + ALT on a paid plan today
- You need a very low entry price ($4.99) and small MB volume
At a glance
| Feature | PixelUnik | Crush.pics |
|---|---|---|
| WebP conversion (by the app) | ✓ | ✕ |
| Originals retention | ✓ | 30-day backup |
| Restore (original + versions) | ✓ | Partial |
| Gallery / visual compare | ✓ | Partial |
| Carry-On pause plan | ✓ | ✕ |
| Simple quota (tokens) | ✓ | MB / month |
| Emergency stop | ✓ | ✕ |
| Analytics / savings report | ✓ | Partial |
| Paid plan entry price | $9.99 | $4.99 |
Pricing by volume
| Small store (~100 images/mo) | PixelUnik Starter $9.99 Crush cheaper at entry. PixelUnik wins on originals (while subscribed), real WebP, gallery and versions. | Crush.pics Micro $4.99 (500 Mo) |
| Active store (~500 images/mo) | PixelUnik Pro $24.99 PIX/Crush win on raw volume; PixelUnik on control, gallery, WebP and durable originals. | Crush.pics Pro $9.99 - Advanced $19.99 |
| Growing catalog (~1,500 images/mo) | PixelUnik Growth $49.99 PIX unbeatable on volume/price. PixelUnik for merchants who want tool quality + originals control. | Crush.pics Premium $39.99+ |
| Seasonal pause (few optimizations) | PixelUnik Carry-On pause plan Clear PixelUnik win: the only pause plan that keeps originals and tokens, offered in-app to subscribers. | Crush.pics Cancel / full plan |
Public App Store / vendor data (Jul 2026). Competitor plans change, verify before paid ads.
Comparison FAQ
PixelUnik or Crush.pics: which should I choose?
Choose PixelUnik for simple token quotas, real WebP conversion, a before/after gallery, version history and recoverable originals. Choose Crush.pics for a very low entry price ($4.99) and mature SEO rename.
Does Crush.pics really convert to WebP?
No: its own FAQ states it does not convert images to next-gen (any WebP comes from Shopify's CDN, not the app). PixelUnik actually converts to WebP via the app.
Does Crush.pics have a pause plan like Carry-On?
No. With Crush.pics you cancel or stay on a full plan. PixelUnik offers Carry-On, a pause plan that keeps originals and unused tokens during slow periods.
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Install on ShopifyOriginals recoverable while subscribed · Pause plan if you slow down · Real WebP conversion