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File Compression (159 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Unzips files QUICKLY. Handles almost all zip formats. Unzips files EASILY.
    CONS: Has trouble with very large zip files. Strange behaviour on occasion.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Works with many common compression formats. No bloatware or malware with install. Fast, small install and easy to use.
    CONS: Very simple, not many advanced options.
  3. PROS: Quick, free, minimal fuss. Quirky marketing sure to appeal to hipsters. Takes up very little space.
    CONS: Not exactly a skinnable app as the maker describes.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  5. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Impeccable design. File encryption. Easy to navigate. Compatible with Dropbox, Drive, SkyDrive.
    CONS: Only .zip and .zipx files. "Empty" kind of look.
  6. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  8. PROS: Excellent file compression. Simple to use. Light on resources. Easy to navigate interface.
    CONS: Supports only 64-bit architecture. Not able to compress all file types. Interface appears somewhat dated. Doesn't integrate well with all e-mail clients.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Very simple. Free. Built-in player.
    CONS: Only works for MP3. Doesn't allow you to join pieces.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Decompress RAR archives. Supports reading in many formats. It integrates with the context menu. Supports the use of passwords.
    CONS: Few options. Minimal interface.
  11. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Supports many file types. Six different compression levels. More than twenty archive types. Audio support for CD backup.
    CONS: Rather dull interface. Takes a little time to learn. Software itself takes space. Can take time.
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Transform RAR files to ZIP. Supports the use of passwords. You can define the level of compression.
    CONS: No advanced features. Doesn't support drag and drop.
  13. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Only one license is required to use this application on multiple platforms. It will recognise the majority of common ZIP formats as well as audio files.
    CONS: The current pricing discount will only apply to certain versions of Windows. There is no support for right-click options that are often required when extracting files.
  14. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  15. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Can create and open archive files. Offers encryption, conversion, and file management. Supports over 30 archive file formats. Can download and open other NCH Software apps.
    CONS: No built-in tutorial on the interface.

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