FLAC vs MP3: archival quality or easy sharing?
FLAC keeps every sample losslessly—perfect for archives and audiophile listening. MP3 throws away data for tiny files that play on any phone or car stereo.
| FLAC | MP3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| File size | Large (about half of WAV) | Small |
| Quality | Bit-perfect to source | Very good at 192–320 kbps |
| Compatibility | Good on desktop, limited on old gear | Universal |
| Best for | Archives, editing masters | Streaming, messaging, phones |
Verdict
Archive and edit in FLAC (or WAV). Convert to MP3 when you need a small shareable file—Frespy does it in your browser with no upload.