# RAR Extractor vs Surface Time

The clearest difference is monetization model: Surface Time at free against RAR Extractor's free with in-app purchases. RAR Extractor's advantage is device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RAR Extractor sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Surface Time sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RAR Extractor against 5.0 for Surface Time. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively.

RAR Extractor ships an update every 4 days, Surface Time weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RAR Extractor | Surface Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rar-extractor-unzip-file/id1535136051/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surface-time/id6747015704/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 15 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [万林 彭](https://appshunter.io/developer/1397686086) | [Neel Makhecha](https://appshunter.io/developer/1353167736) |

## What reviewers say

### RAR Extractor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rar-extractor-unzip-file/id1535136051)

This utility app efficiently handles compression and extraction for over 60 archive formats, including RAR and ZIP. It offers robust local file management, multi-format previews, and secure handling of encrypted and split archives. Easily import files from various sources and organize them with flexible sorting options.

**Highlights:** Supports over 60 archive formats (RAR, ZIP, 7Z, etc.), Extracts encrypted and split-volume archives, Password-protected ZIP compression, Comprehensive local file manager, Multi-format file preview, Batch file import and sharing, Cross-device file synchronization

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to VIP(weekly renewal) | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Upgrade to VIP(Month renewal) | $2.99 | per month |
| Upgrade to VIP(Annual renewal) | $6.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to VIP(Lifetime) | $8.99 | one-time |


### Surface Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surface-time/id6747015704)

This app encourages you to put your phone down with an intuitive, button-free timer. It uses subtle haptics and visual cues to guide you, and offers unique notification options like LED flash or calming sounds. Track your progress towards daily goals and customize them for different tasks.

**Highlights:** Button-free timer operation, Intuitive haptic feedback, Visual timer progression, LED flash notifications, Calming sound alerts, Customizable daily goals, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Surface - One Time Purchase | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RAR Extractor free?

RAR Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Surface Time free?

Surface Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RAR Extractor or Surface Time?

RAR Extractor and Surface Time are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do RAR Extractor or Surface Time have ads?

Neither RAR Extractor nor Surface Time shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RAR Extractor or Surface Time?

RAR Extractor ships an update every 4 days, and Surface Time weekly. Most recently, RAR Extractor was updated on October 29, 2026 and Surface Time on October 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*