Comparison

Archive Extractor vs ZipNDrop

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Archive Extractor

Easily open and extract various compressed file formats on your iPhone or iPad. Browse archive contents before extracting, handle password-protected files, and process large files efficiently. All processing is done locally on your device for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Supports 9 popular compressed file formats
  • Browse archive contents before extraction
  • Extract single or multiple files
  • Save to Files app
  • Open password-protected ZIP files
  • Handles large files efficiently
  • On-device processing for privacy
Features
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Open compressed files without sending them to a server. Archive Extractor lets you inspect an archive's contents, preview individual files, and extract only what you need on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. SUPPORTED FORMATS Browse and extract ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ, LZMA, TGZ, TBZ2, TXZ, TLZ, and compressed TAR archives. BROWSE BEFORE EXTRACTING See the complete folder structure, file names, and sizes before unpacking anything. Navigate folders and preview individual files with the system viewer. EXTRACT ONLY WHAT YOU NEED • Open archives from local or cloud storage • Extract one file, a selection, or the entire archive • Choose a destination folder or share extracted files using built-in system tools PASSWORD-PROTECTED ARCHIVES Enter a password to browse and extract supported encrypted ZIP, RAR, and 7Z archives, including archives with hidden file names. MADE FOR LARGE ARCHIVES The native engine reads archives from disk instead of loading the entire archive into memory whenever the format allows. Built-in disk-space checks help prevent incomplete extractions. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Processing happens entirely on your device. Your archives and extracted files are never uploaded to us. Browsing and file preview are free. Extracting files requires Archive Extractor Premium, available as an in-app subscription. Privacy Policy: https://azcomputingltd.com/archive-extractor/privacy Terms of Use: https://azcomputingltd.com/archive-extractor/terms

About

ZipNDrop

Features
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ZipNDrop is the fastest way to share multiple photos and videos with nearby devices. Select any number of photos in your Photos app, tap Share, choose ZipNDrop — and instantly create a single .zip file ready to send to nearby devices. WHY ZIPNDROP? Sharing hundreds of photos at once can be slow and messy. ZipNDrop bundles everything into one clean archive, so recipients get a single organized file instead of hundreds of separate items. HOW IT WORKS: 1. Open Photos and select your photos or videos 2. Tap the Share button 3. Choose ZipNDrop from the Share Sheet 4. Wait a moment while your archive is created 5. Share the .zip with nearby devices or any app FEATURES: • Fast compression optimized for photos and videos • Handles large batches without crashes • Preserve original formats (HEIC, RAW, PNG) • Optional JPEG conversion for compatibility • 100% on-device processing — your data stays private • Automatic archive cleanup after sharing • Simple interface with progress tracking SUBSCRIPTION (ZIPNDROP PRO): ZipNDrop offers an optional auto-renewable subscription: • Title: ZipNDrop Pro • Length: Monthly and Annual • Price: $0.99 per month or $7.99 per year The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. FREE VERSION: • 3 free zip exports included • No account or signup required Perfect for photographers, travelers, and anyone who needs to share large batches of photos quickly. Privacy Policy: https://seedbit.app/zipndrop/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Archive Extractor4 screens
ZipNDrop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ZipNDrop at every 2 days against Archive Extractor's weekly. Archive Extractor's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Archive Extractor sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and ZipNDrop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Archive Extractor ships an update weekly, ZipNDrop every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Archive Extractor versus ZipNDrop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArchive ExtractorZipNDrop
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAn Sinh PhamOleksandr Pongo

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Archive Extractor

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Premium Annually$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Extraction 10$1.99
  • Extraction 30$3.99
  • Extraction 100$7.99
2 purchases

ZipNDrop

Subscriptions2
  • ZipNDrop Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • ZipNDrop Pro Annual$6.991 Year

Questions

Is Archive Extractor free?
Archive Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ZipNDrop free?
ZipNDrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Archive Extractor or ZipNDrop have ads?
Neither Archive Extractor nor ZipNDrop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Archive Extractor or ZipNDrop?
Archive Extractor ships an update weekly, and ZipNDrop every 2 days. Most recently, Archive Extractor was updated on October 24, 2026 and ZipNDrop on October 3, 2026.

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