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Alternatives to 7-Zip with a one-time purchase

The 7-Zip listing shows no one-time purchase. 47 of the 96 other desktop utilities in this directory can be bought with a one-time purchase.

7-Zip is free to use. 17 of them are free or have a free plan.

47 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to 7-Zip

  1. WinRAR

    Windows archive manager for RAR and ZIP files

    • WinRAR starts at $29 one-time, single-user license (excluding VAT). 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. WinRAR does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only WinRAR lists an Android app.
    • WinRAR can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    WinRAR vs 7-ZipWinRAR pricing and details

  2. BetterZip

    Mac archive tool for creating, browsing and extracting files

    • BetterZip starts at $35 one-time. 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. BetterZip does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • BetterZip can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    BetterZip vs 7-ZipBetterZip pricing and details

  3. Total Commander

    Two-pane file manager for Windows with FTP and archive tools

    • Total Commander starts at €42 one-time purchase, plus VAT where charged (Windows licence). 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. Total Commander does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Total Commander lists an Android app.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Linux and macOS apps.
    Total Commander pricing and details

  4. Directory Opus

    Highly configurable file manager that replaces Windows Explorer

    • Directory Opus starts at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars). 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. Directory Opus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Linux and macOS apps.
    • Directory Opus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Directory Opus pricing and details

  5. Typinator

    Text expander for Mac, iPhone and iPad that stores snippets locally

    • Typinator starts at $39.99 / year, or $59.99 one-time for the Mac-only Basic license. 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. Typinator does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Typinator lists an iOS app.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Windows and Linux apps.
    Typinator pricing and details

  6. Mac Mouse Fix

    Trackpad-style gestures and smooth scrolling for third-party mice

    • Mac Mouse Fix starts at $2.99 one-time purchase, plus local taxes. 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. Mac Mouse Fix does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Mac Mouse Fix can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Mac Mouse Fix pricing and details

  7. TextSniper

    Mac menu bar tool that copies text from any part of the screen

    • TextSniper starts at $7.99 one-time purchase (license for 1 Mac). 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. TextSniper does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • TextSniper can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    TextSniper pricing and details

  8. Synergy

    Share one keyboard and mouse across Windows, Mac and Linux PCs

    • Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use). 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Synergy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    Synergy pricing and details

  9. Disk Drill

    Data recovery app for Mac and Windows with free disk tools

    • Disk Drill starts at $49 per year, or $69 one-time. 7-Zip is free.
    • Only 7-Zip lists a Linux app.
    • Disk Drill can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    Disk Drill pricing and details

  10. Revo Uninstaller

    Windows uninstaller that scans for leftover files and registry entries

    • Revo Uninstaller starts at $24.95 for a lifetime license with 1 year of updates. 7-Zip is free.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Linux and macOS apps.
    • Revo Uninstaller can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    Revo Uninstaller pricing and details

  11. Process Lasso

    Windows process automation for CPU priorities and affinities

    • Process Lasso starts at $23.97 once for a Single PC lifetime license, or $2.97 a month. 7-Zip is free.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Linux and macOS apps.
    • Process Lasso can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    Process Lasso pricing and details

  12. Wallpaper Engine

    Animated live wallpapers for Windows, bought once on Steam

    • Wallpaper Engine starts at $4.99 one-time. 7-Zip is free.
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. Wallpaper Engine does not.
    • Only Wallpaper Engine lists an Android app.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Linux and macOS apps.
    Wallpaper Engine pricing and details

35 more that can be bought with a one-time purchase

All 47 in one table

Common questions

Is there an alternative to 7-Zip that you buy once?

Yes. WinRAR, BetterZip, Total Commander, Directory Opus, Typinator, Mac Mouse Fix, TextSniper, Synergy and 39 more can be bought with a one-time purchase.

Can you buy 7-Zip once instead of subscribing?

The 7-Zip listing shows no one-time purchase. The listing was checked on Oct 5, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these desktop utilities are free?

Disk Drill, Revo Uninstaller, Process Lasso, Commander One, BetterDisplay, Shottr, AlDente, PhraseExpress and 9 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to 7-Zip: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.