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Bandizip alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Bandizip alternative is PeaZip (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Bandizip compared with 5 alternatives: WinZip, 7-Zip, WinRAR, PeaZip and Keka.
Bandizip has a free plan. Paid plans start at $0.99 per month (Mac, Bandizip 365); Windows Professional $30 one-time. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BandizipThis tool | Free plan · from $0.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| WinZip | Free trial · from $3.33/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| 7-Zip | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WinRAR | Free trial · from $29 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| PeaZip | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Keka | Free plan · from $3.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, iOS |
Price against what you get
Bandizip starts at $0.99 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
7-Zip and PeaZip start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Bandizip
WinZip
Archiver with encryption, cloud sharing and file management tools
- WinZip starts at $3.33 per month, billed annually (incl. VAT).
- WinZip has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Bandizip.
- WinZip also covers file sharing and pDF editing.
Suits: Users who want one subscription covering compression, encryption and sharing
7-Zip
Free, open-source file archiver with the 7z format
- 7-Zip is free.
- 7-Zip also lists a Linux app.
- 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
- 7-Zip does not cover file management, which Bandizip does.
Suits: Windows users who need to open or create archives at no cost
WinRAR
Windows archive manager for RAR and ZIP files
- WinRAR starts at $29 one-time, single-user license (excluding VAT).
- WinRAR has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Bandizip.
- WinRAR also lists Linux and Android apps.
- WinRAR can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- WinRAR does not cover file management, which Bandizip does.
Suits: Anyone who has to create RAR archives, not only open them
PeaZip
Free file archiver for Linux, macOS and Windows
- PeaZip is free.
- PeaZip also lists a Linux app.
- PeaZip is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: People who want a no-cost archiver on several operating systems
Keka
File archiver for macOS and iOS with drag-and-drop compression
- Keka starts at $3.99 one-time for the iOS app; $6.49 one-time on the Mac App Store.
- Keka also lists an iOS app.
- Keka lists no Windows app, which Bandizip has.
- Keka does not cover file management, which Bandizip does.
Suits: Mac users who want to create 7Z or ZIP archives by drag and drop
Limits worth knowing in Bandizip
- The free Windows edition shows ads, and Professional-only features need a paid license.
- The Mac edition is sold only through the Mac App Store, as a one-time purchase or subscription.
- No Linux version is listed.
- The Mac edition creates fewer formats than Windows: ZIP, 7Z, TAR, GZ and TGZ.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Bandizip?
The alternatives to Bandizip in this directory are WinZip, 7-Zip, WinRAR, PeaZip and Keka. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bandizip.
Is there a free alternative to Bandizip?
Yes. 7-Zip and PeaZip are free to use. Keka has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Bandizip alternatives work on Linux?
The Bandizip listing does not include a Linux app. 7-Zip, WinRAR and PeaZip list one.
Which Bandizip alternatives work on Android?
The Bandizip listing does not include an Android app. WinRAR lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Bandizip?
7-Zip and PeaZip are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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