WinZip

Long-running commercial file compression app for zipping, unzipping, encrypting and sharing files.

Verified facts: 5 of 5
Alternatives ranked: 4
Approved reviews: 0
Visits sent from here: 0

About WinZip

WinZip is one of the oldest file compression apps, now owned by Corel. It creates and opens Zip archives and handles over a dozen other formats, including RAR, 7Z and its own Zipx. Beyond compression it adds AES encryption for archives and single files, image resizing while zipping, and links to cloud drives like iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive so you can zip and upload in one step. There are separate editions for Windows and Mac, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and business versions with central management. It is paid software: you can try it free for a limited time, then buy a licence, with higher tiers adding PDF and backup tools. People who only need to open or create archives often switch to free tools like 7-Zip, PeaZip or Keka, which cover the same formats without the upsells.

Best for: Offices that want a supported, familiar zip tool with encryption and cloud-drive sharing built in.

What works

Handles Zip, Zipx, RAR, 7Z and other common formats
AES encryption for whole archives or single files
Built-in upload to iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive
Versions for Windows, Mac and mobile

Why people leave

Paid after a short trial, while 7-Zip and PeaZip are free
Interface pushes upgrades and extra suite products
Mac and Windows editions are sold and licensed separately

Top WinZip alternatives

See all 4

1
7-Zip
Free and open source, with strong 7z compression and support for most archive formats.
68.8
2
PeaZip
Free open-source archiver for Windows and Linux with encryption and many formats.
64.8
3
WinRAR
The other classic paid archiver, best known for creating RAR files.
61.8
4
Keka
Free Mac archiver that covers zip, 7z and encryption without a subscription.
59.4

Why people left WinZip

In reviewers' own words, from reviews of the apps they moved to. These are their opinions, not ours.

No switching stories yet. If you moved away from WinZip, review the app you switched to and tell us why.

Reviews

No approved reviews yet. How we verify reviewers

Write a review of WinZip

WinZip: common questions

Is WinZip free?

No, WinZip is a paid product.

Is WinZip open source?

No, WinZip is not open source. Open-source alternatives include 7-Zip and PeaZip.

What platforms does WinZip run on?

WinZip is available for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.

What are the best alternatives to WinZip?

The highest-ranked WinZip alternatives right now are 7-Zip, PeaZip and WinRAR. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

See all 4 WinZip alternatives

WinZip facts

5 of 5 verified

Free trial: 21 days; Checked Oct 30, 2026winzip.com(opens source in a new tab); “21-day free trial Copyright © Corel Corporation.”
Formats: 12+ incl. Zip, Zipx, RAR, 7Z; Checked Oct 30, 2026winzip.com(opens source in a new tab); “Work with 12+ major compressed file formats including Zip, Zipx, RAR, LHA, 7Z, JAR, and WAR.”
Encryption: AES; Checked Oct 30, 2026winzip.com(opens source in a new tab); “Encrypt Password-protect confidential files and apply powerful AES encryption.”
Cloud integrations: iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive; Checked Oct 30, 2026winzip.com(opens source in a new tab); “Connect to iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and OneDrive for Business.”
Windows requirement: Windows 10 or 11; Checked Oct 30, 2026winzip.com(opens source in a new tab); “Show more ▼ Add to cart Add to cart Learn more *Requires Microsoft Windows 11, Windows 10”