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7-Zip alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave 7-Zip: graphical app is Windows-only, and dated, bare-bones interface. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces 7-Zip, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. PeaZip currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Keka logoKekaFreeNomacOS, iOS4 of 459.6
  1. Keka logo

    1. KekaTop pick

    Best for: Mac users who want a simple drag-and-drop archiver that handles 7z and RAR

    FreemacOS, iOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from 7-Zip

    Mac-native archiver for people moving from Windows who want 7z support with a proper GUI.

    Pros

    • Simple drag-and-drop workflow from the Dock
    • Extracts RAR, 7z, ZIPX and many other formats
    • Free on the website, same build on the App Store
    • Supports split archives and AES-256 for 7z

    Cons

    • Mac and iOS only
    • Needs a separate helper to become the default extractor
    • No in-app browsing of archive contents
    Visit Keka Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Keka a good 7-Zip alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Encryption
    AES-256 for 7z
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keka.io(opens source in a new tab)
    App Store version
    Same app as website build
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keka.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Extracts RAR
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keka.io(opens source in a new tab)
    System requirement
    Mac OS X 10.10 or newer
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keka.io(opens source in a new tab)

The best 7-Zip alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

PeaZip logo

Best 7-Zip alternative for most people

PeaZip

Uses the same engine but adds a full GUI on Linux and macOS plus extra encryption options.

Keka logo

Best 7-Zip alternative for a free option

Keka

Mac-native archiver for people moving from Windows who want 7z support with a proper GUI.

PeaZip logo

Best 7-Zip alternative for open source

PeaZip

Uses the same engine but adds a full GUI on Linux and macOS plus extra encryption options.

PeaZip logo

Best 7-Zip alternative for Mac

PeaZip

Uses the same engine but adds a full GUI on Linux and macOS plus extra encryption options.

WinRAR logo

Best 7-Zip alternative for Windows

WinRAR

Creates RAR archives and adds recovery records, with a more polished Windows interface.

PeaZip logo

Best 7-Zip alternative for Linux

PeaZip

Uses the same engine but adds a full GUI on Linux and macOS plus extra encryption options.

7-Zip alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to 7-Zip?

PeaZip ranks first right now. Uses the same engine but adds a full GUI on Linux and macOS plus extra encryption options. WinRAR and Keka follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to 7-Zip?

Yes. PeaZip (open source) and Keka (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to 7-Zip?

Yes: PeaZip.

Which 7-Zip alternatives work on Linux?

PeaZip runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from 7-Zip?

The complaints we hear most: graphical app is Windows-only; dated, bare-bones interface; can extract RAR but can't create it.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces 7-Zip, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.