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WinZip alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded WinZip alternative is PeaZip (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
WinZip compared with 5 alternatives: Bandizip, 7-Zip, WinRAR, PeaZip and BetterZip.
WinZip is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $3.33 per month, billed annually (incl. VAT). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WinZipThis tool | Free trial · from $3.33/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| Bandizip | Free plan · from $0.99/mo | Yes | 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 |
| BetterZip | Free trial · from $35 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
Price against what you get
WinZip starts at $3.33 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.
Bandizip, 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 WinZip
Bandizip
Archiver for Windows and Mac that opens 40+ formats including RAR
- Bandizip starts at $0.99 per month (Mac, Bandizip 365); Windows Professional $30 one-time.
- Bandizip has a free plan, which WinZip lacks.
- Bandizip does not cover file sharing and pDF editing, which WinZip does.
Suits: Windows users who want a free archiver with wide format support
7-Zip
Free, open-source file archiver with the 7z format
- 7-Zip is free.
- 7-Zip has a free plan, which WinZip lacks.
- 7-Zip also lists a Linux app.
- 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
- 7-Zip does not cover file sharing, file management and pDF editing, which WinZip 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 also lists Linux and Android apps.
- WinRAR can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- WinRAR does not cover file sharing, file management and pDF editing, which WinZip 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 has a free plan, which WinZip lacks.
- PeaZip also lists a Linux app.
- PeaZip is open source, according to its own site.
- PeaZip does not cover file sharing and pDF editing, which WinZip does.
Suits: People who want a no-cost archiver on several operating systems
BetterZip
Mac archive tool for creating, browsing and extracting files
- BetterZip starts at $35 one-time.
- BetterZip lists no Windows app, which WinZip has.
- BetterZip can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- BetterZip does not cover file sharing and pDF editing, which WinZip does.
Suits: Mac users who handle many archive formats
Limits worth knowing in WinZip
- Sold only by subscription, billed annually; there is no free edition beyond the 21-day trial.
- The pricing page labels prices as including VAT, so the amount charged may differ by region.
- Backup, SafeShare, image tools and the system utilities suite need Pro or Ultimate.
- Enterprise has no published price and is sold through a quote request.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WinZip?
The alternatives to WinZip in this directory are Bandizip, 7-Zip, WinRAR, PeaZip and BetterZip. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WinZip.
Is there a free alternative to WinZip?
Yes. 7-Zip and PeaZip are free to use. Bandizip has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which WinZip alternatives work on Linux?
The WinZip listing does not include a Linux app. 7-Zip, WinRAR and PeaZip list one.
Which WinZip alternatives work on Android?
The WinZip listing does not include an Android app. WinRAR lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to WinZip?
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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