fre:ac (formerly BonkEnc) is a free audio converter and CD extractor for Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS and FreeBSD, distributed under the GNU General Public License. Developed by Robert Kausch
License: Open Source
dBpoweramp is a premium audio conversion software that excels in high-quality audio processing and extensive feature set, making it suitable for professionals and enthusiasts. On the other hand, fre:ac is a free, user-friendly alternative that offers basic audio conversion and tagging capabilities, making it ideal for casual users.