Comparison

Zip & RAR File Extractor vs Pdf24

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

Pdf24

Transform your device into a high-quality document scanner. Easily capture, organize, and share PDFs of receipts, invoices, and important papers. Features smart cropping and enhancement for better readability.

Highlights
  • Scan documents with camera
  • Create high-quality PDFs
  • Auto edge detection and cropping
  • Enhance scan readability
  • Organize and share documents
  • Secure document management
Features
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Turn your device into a powerful document scanner with Pdf24 App. Pdf24 helps you quickly scan, save, organize, and share documents in high quality. Whether you need to scan receipts, notes, invoices, contracts, business cards, IDs, or important documents, Pdf24 makes the process simple and efficient. Features: • Scan documents with your camera • Create high-quality PDF files • Auto edge detection and smart cropping • Enhance scans for better readability • Organize documents easily • Share PDFs instantly • Fast and user-friendly interface • Secure document management • Scan receipts, invoices, notes, and more Perfect for students, professionals, businesses, and anyone who needs a reliable document scanning solution on the go. Download Pdf24 App and keep your documents organized anytime, anywhere. In-App Purchase: Weekly Subscription Monthly Subscription Yearly Subscription The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can go to your iTunes account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Link to Privacy Policy: https://doczyo.blogspot.com/2026/06/privacy-policy.html Link to Terms of use: https://doczyo.blogspot.com/2026/06/terms-and-conditions.html Link to EULA: https://doczyo.blogspot.com/2026/06/eula.html

Screenshots

Zip & RAR File Extractor4 screens
Pdf244 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Zip & RAR File Extractor at 4.7 against Pdf24's 2.3. Zip & RAR File Extractor also leads on review sentiment (28% vs 0%) and ratings volume (28K vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Pdf24 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zip & RAR File Extractor has 28K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Zip & RAR File Extractor's written reviews are positive against 0% of Pdf24's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zip & RAR File Extractor ships an update every 6 weeks, Pdf24 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Zip & RAR File Extractor versus Pdf24: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZip & RAR File ExtractorPdf24
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (28K ratings) — better2.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings28K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB23 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPenghui ZhaoPriyankaben Rupavatiya

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%

Pdf24

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Pdf24

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
2 purchases

Pdf24

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly$9.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Zip & RAR File Extractor free?
Zip & RAR File Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pdf24 free?
Pdf24 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zip & RAR File Extractor or Pdf24?
Zip & RAR File Extractor is rated higher. Zip & RAR File Extractor averages 4.7 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Pdf24 averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Zip & RAR File Extractor or Pdf24 have ads?
Both Zip & RAR File Extractor and Pdf24 show ads.
Which is updated more often, Zip & RAR File Extractor or Pdf24?
Zip & RAR File Extractor ships an update every 6 weeks, and Pdf24 monthly. Most recently, Zip & RAR File Extractor was updated on October 28, 2026 and Pdf24 on October 24, 2026.

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