Best FileBot Alternatives in 2026
Looking for a free or better alternative to FileBot? We compare the top 5 media file renaming tools to help you choose the right one.
| Feature | RenameFlow | FileBot | Tiny Media Manager | Rename Master | Bulk Rename Utility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free (15/day), then €9.99/yr or €69 lifetime | US$8/yr or US$80 lifetime | Free (TMDB only) or Pro €12/yr | Free | Free for private use |
| Web-based (no install) | |||||
| No installation needed | |||||
| TMDB integration | |||||
| TheTVDB integration | |||||
| Anime support | |||||
| Music metadata | |||||
| Subtitle management | |||||
| Custom naming patterns | |||||
| Batch rename | |||||
| 100% local / private | |||||
| Platform | Web (Chrome/Edge) | Win/Mac/Linux | Win/Mac/Linux | Windows | Windows |
| Open source |
FileBot, tinyMediaManager and Bulk Rename Utility prices as listed by their publishers on 26 September 2026; they may have changed since.
Detailed Overview
RenameFlow
RenameFlow is the only web-based media renamer. It runs entirely in your browser with no installation needed. Files never leave your computer thanks to the File System Access API. Free tier includes 15 files/day; unlimited access costs €9.99/year, €2.99/month or €69 once for lifetime.
FileBot
FileBot is the most established desktop media renamer. It supports movies, TV shows, anime, and music with powerful scripting capabilities. However, it requires installation, and after a free evaluation it needs a paid license: US$8 for one year or US$80 lifetime on filebot.net, or a one-off US$79.99 on the Mac App Store and Microsoft Store.
Tiny Media Manager
Tiny Media Manager (tinyMediaManager) is an open-source media manager focused on organizing movie and TV show collections. The free version renames without a quota but only includes the TMDB scraper; the Pro version costs €12/year (tax included). It's feature-rich but has a steeper learning curve and limited anime support.
Rename Master
Rename Master is a free Windows-only tool for batch file renaming. It's simple but lacks media database integration — you'll need to know the correct names yourself.
Bulk Rename Utility
Bulk Rename Utility is a powerful Windows tool for batch renaming with regex and rules, free for private use. It's very flexible but not specialized for media files and has no metadata lookup.
Our Verdict
If you want the fastest, easiest way to rename media files without installing anything, RenameFlow is your best choice. For power users who prefer desktop software with scripting, FileBot remains a solid option. For a feature-rich desktop media manager with a free version (TMDB scraper only), Tiny Media Manager is worth trying.