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ArKiwi vs The Unarchiver
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
ArKiwi
6.5File archiver
The Unarchiver
7.5Unpacks archive files
| Metric | ArKiwi | The Unarchiver |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 2.1K |
| 90-day Installs | - | 6.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 18 | 21.1K |
| Version | 4.1.5 | 4.3.9,147,1742287964 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 4 |
| GitHub Forks | — | 3 |
| Open Issues | — | - |
| License | — | LGPL-2.1 |
| Language | — | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 8y ago |
| First Seen | Apr 21, 2021 | Oct 2, 2012 |
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
The Unarchiver
The Unarchiver is a reliable macOS utility for unpacking various archive files, particularly known for its support of RAR files. It offers a user-friendly interface and handles multiple archive formats effectively, making it ideal for users who frequently work with compressed files.
The Unarchiver extracts archive files, supporting formats like RAR, ZIP, and others.
Pros
- + Reliable and efficient archive extraction
- + Supports a wide range of archive formats
- + User-friendly graphical interface
Cons
- - No recent updates or active development
- - Outdated interface compared to modern apps