Comparison

ByteCutter vs Zip Extractor

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

Head to head
About

ByteCutter

Easily split large files into smaller parts for convenient sharing via email or messaging. Reassemble them later, even on a different device, with a simple guided interface. This app simplifies managing and transferring big files across iOS and macOS.

Highlights
  • Split files by size or number of parts
  • Merge split files back together
  • Smart metadata for automatic reassembly
  • Guided step-by-step wizard
  • Share large files via social media, email, or messaging
  • Cross-platform compatibility (iOS, macOS)
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ByteCutter splits large files into smaller parts you can send anywhere, and puts them back together on any iPhone, iPad or Mac. Email, chat apps and USB drives all have size limits. With ByteCutter you split a video, an archive or a backup into parts of the right size, send them however you like, and the recipient rebuilds the original file with a tap. SPLIT AND MERGE • Split any file by part size or by number of parts, with a simple step-by-step wizard • One-tap destinations: Email, Discord, WhatsApp, FAT32 drives, CD and DVD • Merge the parts back into the original file, verified piece by piece • Received parts open straight in ByteCutter from Files, Mail or Finder, even one at a time • Missing a part? ByteCutter finds it in a folder and adds it for you RELIABLE BY DESIGN • Every part carries a checksum: damaged or tampered parts are detected, never merged into a broken file • Constant memory use, even with files of many gigabytes • Free-space check before every operation BYTECUTTER PRO One-time purchase, no subscription. Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac and can be shared with Family Sharing. • Files of any size (the free version splits files up to 2 GB) • Password protection with AES-256 encryption • Split whole folders or several files at once • "Split File" action for Shortcuts, Siri and Spotlight MERGING IS ALWAYS FREE Whoever receives your parts can rebuild the file with the free version of ByteCutter. No account, no limits. Password-protected parts just need the password. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT Everything happens on your device. ByteCutter has no server and collects no data. Designed for iOS and macOS 26 with the new Liquid Glass look, and fully compatible with earlier versions.

About

Zip Extractor

Features
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Zip Extractor opens the files iOS can't. Tap a RAR, 7z, or password-protected ZIP and it's extracted in seconds — no computer, no hassle. The built-in Files app can't open RAR or 7z. Zip Extractor can. It's the fast, native way to extract, create and manage archives right on your iPhone and iPad. EXTRACT ANYTHING • RAR (including multi-part), 7z, ZIP, TAR and GZIP • Password-protected and AES-encrypted ZIP • Preview a file inside an archive before extracting • Open archives straight from Mail, Files, Safari or any app via the Share sheet CREATE & COMPRESS • Make ZIP archives with one tap • Drag & drop files to compress them • Fast, Balanced or Maximum compression presets • See live speed (MB/s) and time remaining WORKS EVERYWHERE • Share sheet: extract or compress from any app • Home screen widgets and quick actions • Live Activity progress for large jobs • Full drag & drop on iPad • Available in 9 languages PREMIUM • Create 7z archives — the greatest size reduction • Password-protect and encrypt with AES-256 • Split archives into parts for email or cloud • Batch-convert between formats • No ads and no size limits • Custom accent colors and alternate app icons Download Zip Extractor free and open anything. Zip Extractor Premium is a monthly or annual auto-renewable subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. The annual plan includes a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID and subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings. Terms of Use: https://tysora.es/en/zipextractor/terms Privacy Policy: https://tysora.es/en/zipextractor/privacy

Screenshots

ByteCutter4 screens
Zip Extractor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ByteCutter at none against Zip Extractor's shown. Zip Extractor's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 9 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. ByteCutter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Zip Extractor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ByteCutter ships an update every 9 months, Zip Extractor every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 6 level
ByteCutter versus Zip Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterByteCutterZip Extractor
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarco AvizzanoLeopoldo Perez Ortiz

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ByteCutter

One-time1
  • ByteCutter Pro$3.99
3 purchases

Zip Extractor

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is ByteCutter free?
ByteCutter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zip Extractor free?
Zip Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ByteCutter or Zip Extractor have ads?
Zip Extractor shows ads; ByteCutter does not.
Which is updated more often, ByteCutter or Zip Extractor?
ByteCutter ships an update every 9 months, and Zip Extractor every 10 days. Most recently, ByteCutter was updated on October 24, 2026 and Zip Extractor on October 25, 2026.

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