BatchRename Free Edition for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffAugust 10, 2013

Our hard drives often end up cluttered with files whose names are meaningless, especially when it comes to image files--the file names assigned by cameras are often just random strings of numbers. This makes it extremely difficult to keep files organized and easy to access. BatchRename Free is a powerful way to rename groups of files, and we feel confident that it can meet the renaming needs of just about anyone.

The program's interface isn't the most intuitive we've ever seen, but it's not too difficult to figure out, especially with a visit to the online Help file. Users first add files that they want to rename, either individually or in directories. Then it's time to select the format for the new file names. The program comes with over 100 renaming rules, everything from adding prefixes and suffixes to deleting parts of file names and changing to upper or lower case. The program even includes rules for resizing, rotating, and converting images, and file names can be created based on EXIF data for images and ID3 tags for music files. If that's not enough, users can also create custom rules by selecting parameters from a series of drop-down menus. Not sure if the format you've selected is exactly what you want? Click the Preview button to see what your file names will look like without actually making the changes. We've seen numerous programs that rename batches of files, but we don't think we've ever seen one that's quite so versatile. BatchRename is a great choice for users who like a high level of customization with their file names, but it also works well for users who aren't so demanding. In short, we think this program is a great choice for just about everyone.

BatchRename Free installs and uninstalls without issues. We recommend this program to all users.

What’s new in version 4.51

Version 4.51 includes bug fix for insert rename rule not working in some cases.

BatchRename Free Edition for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: August 10, 2013

Latest update: August 10, 2013

Version: 4.51

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 8
Windows 10
Windows 7
Windows XP
Windows 2000
Windows Vista

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 18,342

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

2.7/5

13 User Votes

Bought the pro version
ve7bzcMarch 7, 2015
Pros
works pretty much as described...
Cons
several requests over several months for assistance restoring program after a computer crash were totally ignored... Couldn't get past the company's Financial handler... who answered a number of times saying simply your request has been forwarded to the software company... they should get back to you shortly... never happened...
Summary
If you need support... you are on your own.
Confusing UI
Merry_MastersMay 30, 2013
Pros
Maybe it was FREE don't know about the spyware, adware. Hopefully it will uninstall completely..
Cons
UI Could not be bothered to learn... Few Uninstall Problems.. Leave it for the experts who want to walk backwards..
Summary
Waste of time or a good time waster. Reminds me of Win8, maybe it was design for Win8 making me dumb or old fashion. Look like everyone wants to reinvents the wheel. better free one's out there.
Not worth downloading: Basically a trial version
ReynardLDecember 27, 2012
Pros
It lets you batch rename very precisely
Cons
Only lets you rename the first 300 files
Summary
Not worth downloading, just get a renamer that wasn't made to milk money out of a simple function.
Good application
EpikuroszSeptember 18, 2012
Pros
It has an intuitive, well bult UI.
Cons
In contrary to what is shown here, this is not a free software. You may try it for free for a period of 30 days.
Summary
OK for a month.
not good enough
gnrsuAugust 6, 2012
Pros
small and easy to use
Cons
but too big and not powerful enough
Summary
i think Bulk Rename Utility is the best free batch renaming utility indeed! appnee.com/bulk-rename-utility/
Full of Adware or some other company hidenware
HumbleUserFebruary 16, 2012
Pros
Free but not worth it, cheaper to buy it or find a real free product..
Cons
Full of Adware / spyware, I suppose they have to make money some how. Can it be remove ? maybe not!!!.. The Hidenware does slow down the computer, even on startup - Costing me time and money. best to pay for it. Freezes on files. Don't rename with the same name..
Summary
Take 10 seconds to rename each file. Maybe it just the adware sending data on files. Few files went corrupt on renaming (This could be the adware accessing files while renaming)
Pro ver. 30 day trial ... Free ver. free for Life
pasqualejrDecember 31, 2011
Pros
Works very well once you learn how the rules work. BatchRename Free Edition is free for life. Be sure you download and install the FREE version and not the Pro version.
Cons
Takes a bit of time to learn how the rules work, but once you get it, the program works nicely. Sometimes you don't see the changes in the original file window, but just refresh the window and the changes will be shown. Minor problem with "Uppercase the first letter of each word" - the first letter after an apostrophe gets capitalized, example: don't = Don'T ... i've = I'Ve ... etc These are minor inconveniences for a pretty nice piece of free software.
Summary
I have used BatchRename Free Edition regularly for many months now and I just updated to the current free version. I love this program, it works well for me and I recommend it.<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on Sep 7, 2014<p/>I have been using BatchRename for almost 3 years now and I am sticking with it. There is still a learning curve but there is with any program. They continue to fix bugs and they have redesigned the graphical user interface a couple of times. This is a nice piece of software and it works well. I like it and I'll continue using it. I highly recommend BatchRename Free.
Bait and switch! NOT FREE!
vvvvv123December 29, 2011
Pros
none, it did not even work for simple uppercase.
Cons
1. This didn't work to simple file renames to uppercase file names! Didn't even preview! 2. This is 30-day TRIALWARE!! I never would have installed this if it were not free. There are real free renamer software available that work better. 3. Shame on you cnet! Trial ware and adware should be made clear. As of this writing it is posted as completely FREE. Whatever I downloaded is a Pro version asking to activate with a key or try for 30 days. Really annoyed as I can't stand trialware.
Summary
TRIALWARE for 30 days! 0 stars
Absolutely perfect program for batch renaming files
a2zuniformsJuly 16, 2011
Pros
a. FREE 1. Easy to use 2. Very fast 3. It has alot of "renaming rules" already defined or you can add any amount of your own (which are easy to build using their "rule builder" 4. Works great on Windows 7 64bit
Cons
1. Limit of 500 files at one time (so I purchased the pro version for $22)
Summary
I used a program called Filerenamer 2005 and then upgraded to a new version. When I moved to Windows 7 64bit that program would not work properly. So I had to begin the hunt and found this. You can build rules to do just about anything you want. I have not figured out how to to delete characters before a _ in a file name yet. So if you have files named " Alpha_001.jpg , Omega_002.jpg and so forth, then you want to remove anything in front of (and including) the "_", .... could not figure that one out. But bottom line is this FREE program is awesome!! I purchased the pro version because I have to rename images files in batches of more than 500. You will not be disapointed in this program. It was the only one that CNET editor gave 5 stars and I can see why. I am not sure why anyone else would not give it 5 stars. The only negative is the batch limit of 500 but it is the free version! What do you expect. TD
Great tool with a lot of options
yanscottApril 3, 2011
Pros
The best option, IMO, is using the EXIF data to rename photos according to date and time.
Cons
One thing is missing - reformatting the date and time according to a desired data format.
Summary
Great and free.

Developer’s Description

Rename files with all kinds of rules you defined.

BatchRename Free helps you to rename a batch of files and folders with all kinds of customizable and flexible renaming rules. Rename MP3 files with ID3 tags and rename photos using EXIF data. Also, you can use BatchRename to batch convert and resize your photos.