Comparison

FlyArchive 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

FlyArchive

Features
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FlyArchive is a native archive utility designed for iPhone and iPad, making it easy to browse, extract, and create archives securely and efficiently. View files and folders inside an archive without extracting everything first. FlyArchive opens archives directly from the Files app, external storage, and other document providers while keeping the original archive in place. Key Features: • Browse ZIP, 7Z, RAR, TAR, and many other common archive formats • Preview files inside archives with Quick Look • Extract an entire archive or selected files and folders • Create ZIP, 7Z, TAR, TAR.GZ, TAR.BZ2, TAR.XZ, and TAR.ZST archives • Add password protection to ZIP and 7Z archives • Open and extract password-protected archives • Search, sort, and inspect file details such as size, type, and modification date • Test archive integrity to identify damaged or unreadable files • Track progress, resolve conflicts, and cancel operations from the Activity center • Save or send newly created archives using the system share sheet Designed for Apple Devices: FlyArchive integrates naturally with iOS and iPadOS. Open archives from the Files app, find recently opened archives with Spotlight, or use Shortcuts, Siri, and the Action Button to start the Open Archive workflow. On iPad, FlyArchive provides a multi-column interface, multiwindow support, and hardware keyboard shortcuts for an efficient desktop-style workflow. Security and Privacy: Before extraction, FlyArchive checks for unsafe paths and blocks directory traversal, absolute paths, and other entries that could write outside the selected destination. Archive processing happens locally on your device. FlyArchive does not track you or collect or upload your files or archive contents. Recent archive records, search indexes, and activity status remain on your device. Whether you need to inspect a downloaded archive, extract a few selected files, or create a secure archive on the go, FlyArchive provides a powerful workflow that feels at home on iPhone and iPad.

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

FlyArchive3 screens
Zip Extractor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FlyArchive at none against Zip Extractor's shown. Zip Extractor's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks). 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. FlyArchive 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

FlyArchive ships an update every 5 weeks, Zip Extractor every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
FlyArchive versus Zip Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlyArchiveZip Extractor
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.417.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLofloop LLCLeopoldo Perez Ortiz

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FlyArchive

One-time1
  • FlyArchive Pro$1.99
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 FlyArchive free?
FlyArchive 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 FlyArchive or Zip Extractor have ads?
Zip Extractor shows ads; FlyArchive does not.
Which is updated more often, FlyArchive or Zip Extractor?
FlyArchive ships an update every 5 weeks, and Zip Extractor every 10 days. Most recently, FlyArchive was updated on October 28, 2026 and Zip Extractor on October 31, 2026.

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