Pacifist
pacifist · v4.1.4 • auto-updates
Extract files and folders from package files, disk images, and archives
brew install --cask pacifist Trust Score 9/10
Review
Mar 10, 2026Pacifist is a powerful macOS application designed for extracting files and folders from various package formats, disk images, and archives. Its user-friendly interface and robust extraction capabilities make it an essential tool for developers and anyone needing to work with package files. The app's ability to handle multiple file formats and its active maintenance ensure it remains a reliable choice for extraction tasks.
Extracts files and folders from package files, disk images, and archives.
Maturity: The project is actively maintained, with the most recent commit on the same day as the review, but it has 28 open issues which may indicate ongoing development or potential bugs.
Community: While there are 22 mentions on Hacker News, these are primarily related to topics unrelated to the app, such as Japan's military policies. Reddit has no direct mentions of Pacifist.
Pros
- + User-friendly graphical interface simplifies extraction processes.
- + Supports multiple file formats, including packages, disk images, and archives.
- + Actively maintained with frequent updates.
Cons
- - High price point may be a barrier for some users.
- - Open issues suggest potential bugs or feature requests.
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