7-Zip AlternativesOnly apps categorised as File Managers

The best File Manager alternative to 7-Zip is PeaZip, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to 7-Zip and six of them are File Managers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting File Manager alternatives to 7-Zip are Zarchiver, Entropy, Ultimate Extract and Recover and AndroZip.

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  1. PeaZip icon

    PeaZip

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    PeaZip is a cross-platform file archiver like 7-Zip, supporting prevalent formats with added features like drag-and-drop and Explorer integration. It offers a user-friendly interface admired for ease of use, while maintaining high performance and security across Windows, Mac, and Linux.

    97 PeaZip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Comments about PeaZip as an Alternative to 7-Zip
    Comment summary: PeaZip, often recognized as a strong alternative to 7-Zip, is favored for its user-friendly interface and aesthetic design. Many users appreciate its comprehensive features like 2-factor authentication, though some mention it starts slower than 7-Zip. PeaZip's compatibility with various systems (including Mac and Linux) and its ability to integrate seamlessly with Windows is highlighted, alongside its modern features like archiving through the right-click menu.
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    Paul
    4

    The best file archiver I've used on Linux. It supports almost all file formats, and it's fast and lightweight.

    James Fogg
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    Clean UI and seems much faster at unzipping too.

    Richie Scassellati
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    This is the best 7-Zip alternative for Mac.

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    • Almost everyone thinks PeaZip is a great 7-Zip alternative.

    • PeaZip is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to 7-Zip.

    • PeaZip is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to 7-Zip.

    • PeaZip is Free and Open Source7-Zip is also Free and Open Source
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    Zarchiver

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    ZArchiver - program to manage archives in android. The program has a simple and functional interface. It lets you create 7z (7zip), zip, bzip2 (bz2), gzip (gz), XZ, tar archives, decompress 7z (7zip), zip, rar, bzip2, gzip, XZ, iso, tar, arj.

    36 Zarchiver alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  5. Ultimate Extract and Recover icon

    Ultimate Extract and Recover

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    Ultimate Extract and Recover is an application that batch extracts and verifies RAR and ZIP archives without the user's attention. Traverses nested sub directories,supports Unicode file names,directories and passwords.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. AndroZip icon

    AndroZip

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    AndroZip is a utility that can unpack/decompress ZIP and other ZIP based archives like APK, JAR, WAR, EAR, TAR, GZIP and RAR. AndroZip can also create ZIP and ZIP based archives like APK, JAR, WAR, EAR, TAR and GZIP. Note only Win.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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  7. Oka - unzip file, video player icon

    Oka - unzip file, video player

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    Oka Files is a comprehensive document management application that integrates file browsing, video playback, photo browsing, text editing, and audio recording.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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