At a glance
| Batch File Renamer | Bulk Rename Utility | |
|---|---|---|
| Runs on Mac | ✓ | No, Windows only |
| Preview before renaming | ✓ | ✓ |
| Replace, add, remove, case, numbering | ✓ | ✓ |
| Regex | Pro | ✓ |
| EXIF and ID3 metadata | Pro | ✓ |
| Change file dates | Pro | ✓ |
| Undo | Last batch, even after quitting | Undo batch files |
| Saved presets | ✓ | Favorites |
Bulk Rename Utility details from bulkrenameutility.co.uk, October 2026.
Same jobs, one window
Bulk Rename Utility puts every option on one dense screen. Batch File Renamer uses steps instead: add only the changes you need, in the order you need them, and watch every file's new name update as you type.
Mac extras
A Finder Quick Action renames a selection from the right-click menu. Pro adds a command-line tool, Shortcuts support and on-device AI naming from image or PDF content.
Questions
Is there a Mac version of Bulk Rename Utility?
No. It runs on Windows only. On a Mac, Batch File Renamer, Transnomino and A Better Finder Rename cover similar features.
Is Batch File Renamer free like Bulk Rename Utility?
Yes. Lite is free with no file limits, including for work. Pro adds regex, metadata and more.