Comparison

Zip & RAR File Extractor vs CX File Explorer & Manager

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

Head to head
About

Zip & RAR File Extractor

This app is a comprehensive file management tool for iOS devices. It allows users to extract various archive formats, create compressed files, convert media, and edit documents and PDFs. It also includes AI-powered OCR and translation features, along with a versatile file viewer and secure access options.

Highlights
  • Extract ZIP, RAR, 7Z archives
  • Create password-protected ZIP/7Z files
  • Convert audio and video formats
  • Scan and edit PDFs
  • OCR text extraction
  • Multilingual translation
  • Secure file access with biometrics
Features
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Zip & RAR File Extractor – Unzip, Archive, Convert & Manage Files The #1 file extractor, archiver, and file manager for iPhone and iPad — trusted by 15M+ users. Quickly unzip ZIP files, extract RAR & 7Z archives, create password-protected ZIP files, convert videos & audio, scan documents, and view any file format – all in one powerful, offline-capable app. Unzip & Extract Files • Easily open compressed files on iOS • Extract ZIP files (supports password and AES encryption) • Open RAR files (including password-protected) • Unpack 7Z files with password support • Supports TAR, GZIP and other archive formats Create Compressed Files • Create ZIP files with or without password and AES encryption • Create 7Z files with password • Combine multiple files and folders into one archive • Compress and organize your files with ease AI Tools • Advanced OCR (Optical Character Recognition): Accurately extract text from images in seconds • Multilingual Translation: Instantly translate text into 40+ languages Document Tools & PDF Converter • Scan documents • Convert documents to PDF • Edit PDFs: Markup, fill forms, add/remove pages, merge, protect with password • Export PDF pages to images Photo Tools • Convert photos to PDF • Annotate and crop photos Audio & Video Converter Tools • Convert video formats (MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI, RMVB, etc.) • Convert videos to MP3 or audio-only formats • Trim videos, compress video size, and reverse playback • Convert audio formats (MP3, M4A, WAV, AAC, FLAC, OGG, etc.) • MP3 tag editor, audio trimmer, ringtone maker, audio recorder File Viewer – Play & Read Any File • Music Player: MP3, M4A, W4P, WP4, AAC, WAV, CAF, AIFC, RM, FLAC, OGG, AC3 and more • Video Player: MP4, M4V, MOV, MPV, 3GP, AVI, RMVB, MKV, DIVX, FLV, H264 and more • Photo Viewer: BMP, PNG, JPG, JPEG, GIF, TIF, TIFF, ICO • PDF Reader & EPUB Reader • Document Viewer: DOC, DOCX, XLS, PPT, RTF, TXT, PAGES, KEY, and more Import & File Management • Import and export files from iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box • Import and export files from FTP, SFTP, SMB, WebDAV, and NFS servers • Access all your files directly through the iOS Files app • Download files using the built-in web browser or from a direct URL • Play video and music via Network Stream (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, etc.) • Stream videos and music from Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box, or FTP, SFTP, SMB, WebDAV, and NFS servers • Transfer files wirelessly between your computer and device over Wi-Fi • Supports iTunes File Sharing for quick transfers • Open files from other apps (Email, Safari, etc.) Secure File Access • Lock the app using Passcode, Touch ID, or Face ID • Keep sensitive documents and media safe and private Why Users Love It Trusted by 15M+ users worldwide, Zip & RAR File Extractor is the fastest, most reliable way to unzip files, manage documents, convert videos, and compress data—all on your iPhone and iPad. Best For Unzipping RAR/ZIP files, opening archives, compressing folders, scanning & editing PDFs, converting video/audio, managing downloads, and staying productive on iOS. Subscription Details Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage your subscription and auto-renewal in iTunes settings. Terms of Service: https://www.fingerjoystudios.com/zip/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.fingerjoystudios.com/zip/privacy-policy/

About

CX File Explorer & Manager

This app helps you organize, sort, search, and manage all your files, including documents, photos, and videos. It also supports extracting multiple archive file formats like ZIP, RAR, and 7-Zip.

Highlights
  • Manage device storage
  • Extract archive files (ZIP, RAR, 7z)
  • Browse photos and videos
  • Transfer files via Wi-Fi
  • Quickly search for files
  • Delete, share, and rename files
Features
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CX File Explorer & Manager is your go-to file manager app to help you easily organize your files. Whether you need to sort, search, or manage your documents, photos, and videos. CX provides a seamless experience. Additionally, it supports extracting multiple archive file formats, including ZIP, RAR, 7-Zip, and 7z, ensuring you can handle all your decompression needs in one convenient place. — MAIN FEATURES — - Manage device storage - Extract archive files (ZIP, RAR and More...) - Browse your photos and videos - Transfer files remotely via Wi-Fi from laptop to iPhone - Quickly search for files - Delete files effortlessly - Share files with ease - Rename files quickly - Copy/Move and paste files seamlessly — FORMATS SUPPORTED — Supports various file formats: Archive, Video, Image, Document, and Audio files. — EASY TO USE — Easy-to-use and powerful file manager for iOS devices with a simple & clear user interface for file management. — SUPPORT — If you have any questions or suggestions regarding CX, feel free to reach out to us at: support@cxmanager.app — LINKS — - Privacy Policy: https://cxmanager.app/privacy - Terms of Use: https://cxmanager.app/terms

Screenshots

Zip & RAR File Extractor4 screens
CX File Explorer & Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Zip & RAR File Extractor at 28K against CX File Explorer & Manager's 375. Zip & RAR File Extractor also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Zip & RAR File Extractor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and CX File Explorer & Manager sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zip & RAR File Extractor holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zip & RAR File Extractor has 28K ratings behind it against 375, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 28% and 29% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Zip & RAR File Extractor versus CX File Explorer & Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZip & RAR File ExtractorCX File Explorer & Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (28K ratings) — better4.4 (375 ratings)
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews28.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28K — better375
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB40 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPenghui ZhaoFatiha Badag

Customer experience

Zip & RAR File Extractor

All ratings28,172 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews482 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral3.7%
Negative68.5%

CX File Explorer & Manager

All ratings337 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative67.9%

User reviews

Zip & RAR File Extractor

From 28K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🎵 Built-in music player
  • 🔒 Passcode protection
  • 👍 Easy to use

Room to improve

  • 🤖 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🔀 Difficulty moving/exporting files
  • 💰 Requires subscription for full features

CX File Explorer & Manager

From 375 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great on Android
  • 👍 Hope it's similar
  • 👍 Wonderful app on Android
  • 👍 Brilliant Android app
  • 👍 Best File Manager

Room to improve

  • 😞 Not the same as Android
  • 😞 Nothing for free
  • 😞 It sucks
  • 😞 Looks old
  • 😞 Screen is too small

Bugs and requests

Zip & RAR File Extractor

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unresponsive close buttons on ads
  • Inability to unzip certain file types
  • Syncing issues with cloud services

Requested features

3 requests
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Select all/batch file management
  • Improved file navigation

CX File Explorer & Manager

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Email address for support doesn't work
  • App asks to review immediately
  • Can't get in contact with anyone about deleting account

Requested features

5 requests
  • How to get on game files
  • How to open Device Storage on iPhone 13
  • How to put files on there
  • More sense in the app
  • Make it not in English

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Zip & RAR File Extractor

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription$5.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$24.99
3 purchases

CX File Explorer & Manager

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Plan$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$14.99

Questions

Is Zip & RAR File Extractor free?
Zip & RAR File Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CX File Explorer & Manager free?
CX File Explorer & Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zip & RAR File Extractor or CX File Explorer & Manager?
Zip & RAR File Extractor is rated higher. Zip & RAR File Extractor averages 4.7 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while CX File Explorer & Manager averages 4.4 from 375 ratings.
Do Zip & RAR File Extractor or CX File Explorer & Manager have ads?
Both Zip & RAR File Extractor and CX File Explorer & Manager show ads.
Which is updated more often, Zip & RAR File Extractor or CX File Explorer & Manager?
Zip & RAR File Extractor ships an update every 6 weeks, and CX File Explorer & Manager every 6 weeks. Most recently, Zip & RAR File Extractor was updated on October 30, 2026 and CX File Explorer & Manager on October 30, 2026.

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