Comparison
ExifTool Reader vs Pro for Mac
Both apps help you read EXIF, IPTC, and XMP locally on your Mac. The choice is whether you need a lightweight inspector or professional export workflows.
ExifTool Reader
Browse and export photo metadata
Choose Reader when you want a fast, local metadata readout with copy, export, and print from the app.
Available exclusively on the Mac App Store.
ExifTool Reader Pro
The reader that also writes
Choose Reader Pro when you need Excel export and Apply — write edits back to the original files.
Available exclusively on the Mac App Store.
ExifTool Reader is built for instant, readable metadata checks: drop a file or folder and review EXIF, IPTC, and XMP before you edit, archive, or share.
ExifTool Reader Pro reads folder metadata into Excel and can write your edits back to the files (Apply). Four save modes: new list, append, template, or apply. Excel-ready UTF-8 output, and configurable ExifTool options and date formats.
Prices, version requirements, and feature lists come from the Mac App Store. Both apps are sold only there—no direct downloads on this website.
Side-by-side differences
| Feature | ExifTool Reader | ExifTool Reader Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $8.99 |
| macOS requirement | macOS 10.13 or later | macOS 11.0.0 or later |
| Best for | Quick local inspection of EXIF, IPTC, and XMP | Excel export plus Apply — write edits back to files |
| Core workflow | Drop files or folders for an instant, readable metadata view | Drop folders, export to Excel, or Apply edits back to files |
| Export focus | Copy, export, and print directly from the app | Excel export (new list, append, template) and Apply — write edits back to files |
| Configuration | Lightweight setup for fast checks | Configurable ExifTool options and date formats |
| Media emphasis | Photo metadata checks before editing, archiving, or sharing | Fast metadata export for photos and videos |
Prices, system requirements, and feature lists reflect Mac App Store data and may change.