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ArKiwi vs Pacifist

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ArKiwi

6.5
Utilities

File archiver

Pacifist

7.0
Utilities

Extract files and folders from package files, disk images, and archives

Metric ArKiwi Pacifist
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.5 7.0
30-day Installs - 38
90-day Installs - 170
365-day Installs 18 576
Version 4.1.5 4.1.4
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 3
GitHub Forks 3
Open Issues 28
License MIT
Language Lua
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago
First Seen Apr 21, 2021 May 7, 2013

Reviews

ArKiwi

ArKiwi is a lightweight and fast file archiver inspired by the Doom WAD file format, offering features like compression, extraction, password protection, and rapid file search. It's ideal for users seeking a quick and efficient archiving solution.

Archives files using the ARA format inspired by Doom's WAD.

Pros

  • + Lightweight and fast file archiving
  • + Inspired by WAD format for efficiency
  • + Password protection and fast search capabilities

Cons

  • - Low recent installs indicating potential underuse
  • - Shareware model requiring purchase

Pacifist

Pacifist 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.

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.