# Raw To HEIC — Camera RAW to compact HEIC

> Convert camera RAW photos to compact HEIC format on-device, preserving metadata and HDR. (iPhone/iPad app by Sandro Gumz.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raw-to-heic/id6763160757 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sandro Gumz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1194790286)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $19.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raw-to-heic/id6763160757/reviews.md

## What is Raw To HEIC?

RAWtoHEIC turns the camera RAW files filling up your library into compact HEIC photos — without ever leaving your device. No uploads, one-time purchase available — no subscription required, no account. One purchase covers iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

KEY FEATURES

• Convert from the Photos share sheet. Select your RAWs, tap Share → RAWtoHEIC, hit Start. The app processes in the background and writes the new HEICs back into your Photos library, keeping favorite, album, and date-taken metadata intact.
• HDR done right. RAWtoHEIC synthesizes ISO 21496-1 gain maps so converted photos render with full HDR on capable displays while remaining beautifully tone-mapped on SDR ones. ProRAW DNGs keep their original HDR aux data.
• Original metadata preserved. EXIF, XMP, ICC, GPS, lens info, capture date — all carried into the HEIC output. Your photos remain searchable, sortable, and faithful.
• Optionally remove the originals. After verification, you choose whether to keep both copies or reclaim the space. Deletion is batched and confirmed through the standard Photos prompt.
• Live progress everywhere. On iPhone the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island show conversion progress in real time. On Mac, a status-bar item; on iPad, notifications when each batch finishes.
• Files & Finder too. Drop loose RAW files from the Files app or Finder onto RAWtoHEIC and they're converted in place — the HEIC lands next to the source.
• Wide RAW support. Canon CR3 / CR2, Nikon NEF, Sony ARW, Fuji RAF, Olympus ORF, Panasonic RW2, Adobe DNG (including iPhone ProRAW). HEIC, HEIF, JPEG, PNG, and TIFF can also be re-encoded.

PRIVACY FIRST
RAWtoHEIC has zero analytics, zero telemetry, zero third-party SDKs, and zero network requests for your photo data. Every byte of every conversion stays on your device.

WHO IT'S FOR
If you shoot RAW with a mirrorless, DSLR, or your iPhone in ProRAW mode and find your Photos library bloating into tens of gigabytes, this app turns that storage cost into compact HEIC files that Photos, Quick Look, and modern web browsers all read natively — without sacrificing HDR or color accuracy.

UNIVERSAL PURCHASE
Buy once on any platform, use on all your Apple devices: iPhone, iPad, and Mac. One-time purchase available — no subscription required. No ads. No upsells.

REQUIREMENTS
iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS 15 Sequoia or later.

Privacy Policy URL: https://rawtoheic.app/privacy/

Terms of Use: https://rawtoheic.app/terms/

## Key features

- Convert from Photos share sheet
- HDR synthesis for compatible displays
- Preserves EXIF, XMP, ICC, GPS metadata
- Option to remove original files
- Live conversion progress indicators
- Supports Files and Finder integration
- Wide RAW format support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version — Yearly | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version — Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raw-to-heic/id6763160757/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing app

*2026-07-10*

This app is really great.

**Developer response:** Short, sweet, and straight to the point — just like the app. Thank you! ⭐️

### 5/5 — Simple, Fast, and Reliable

*2026-07-10*

The app is very easy to use and works exactly as expected. Conversions are fast and reliable, and getting 50 free conversions per day is a great bonus.

**Developer response:** 50 free conversions a day and zero fuss — glad that hits the sweet spot! Thanks for taking the time to review 📸

### 4/5 — App is a great idea to simplify a photographers workflow and give us storage back.

*2026-06-01*

App has had some issues but the developer is working hard to resolve them. When it is resolved it will be a really cool app!

**Developer response:** Thanks for the email feedback. We’ve fixed the photo deletion bug in version 1.1. Please let us know if anything else isn’t working as expected.

### 2/5 — Cool idea, not ready.

*2026-05-30*

App has multiple large issues at this point. Should not have been released.

## Frequently asked questions about Raw To HEIC

### What is Raw To HEIC?

Raw To HEIC is a paid application that converts your camera's RAW photo files into the more compact HEIC format. It processes files directly on your device, preserving essential metadata and HDR capabilities.

### Does Raw To HEIC support iPhone ProRAW files?

Yes, Raw To HEIC supports Adobe DNG files, including those generated by iPhone ProRAW. It ensures that the original HDR auxiliary data is maintained during conversion.

### How does Raw To HEIC handle metadata?

Raw To HEIC meticulously preserves original metadata, including EXIF, XMP, ICC, GPS, lens information, and capture dates. This ensures your converted HEIC files remain searchable and accurate.

### Can I remove the original RAW files after conversion with Raw To HEIC?

Yes, after verifying the conversion, you have the option to remove the original RAW files to reclaim storage space. The app facilitates batched deletion through the standard Photos prompt.

### Does Raw To HEIC have ads?

No, Raw To HEIC is ad-free. The application explicitly states 'No ads' and is a one-time purchase with no subscriptions or upsells.

### What devices is Raw To HEIC compatible with?

Raw To HEIC is a universal purchase and works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It requires iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS 15 Sequoia or later.

### How often is Raw To HEIC updated?

The latest version of Raw To HEIC is 1.13, last updated on June 25, 2026. Updates typically address bug fixes, performance improvements, and support for new RAW formats.

### What is the price of Raw To HEIC?

Raw To HEIC is available for a one-time purchase of $19.99. This single purchase grants access to the app on all your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac).

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8 — 2026-08-14

Added an option to clean up the thumb caching and leftovers of photo conversions.

### 2.7 — 2026-08-11

Fixed asset filename/size resolution for RAW+rendered pairs and share extension for Finder & Photos app. Thanks for your feedbacks!

### 2.6 — 2026-08-05

Added support to export a backup of the original RAW files to an external drive/folder, before deleting the original files. Also, fixed a small bug with the filenames on converting to HEIC, all now stays with the same name. Thanks For your feedback!

### 2.5 — 2026-07-31

Fixed files names to match the metadata information

### 2.4 — 2026-07-30

Fixed file name format to preserve the original filename’s case. Fixed an issue that was converting HEIC+RAW formats. Thanks for the feedbacks :)

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