Comparison

Zip & RAR File Extractor vs HTML Viewer Q

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

HTML Viewer Q

Easily manage and view local HTML files on your device. Import files via iTunes File Sharing, edit them, and utilize features like syntax highlighting and source text search for a streamlined workflow.

Highlights
  • iTunes File Sharing import
  • Local HTML file management
  • Source text search
  • Tabbed browsing
  • iCloud Drive access
  • Syntax highlighting
Features
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HTML Viewer Q is a lite HTML file management tool. You can import files via ""iTune File sharing"" to it. And the tool will help you to edit & view them easily. ****************************************************** Feature ****************************************************** ◆ iTunes file sharing support. ◆ Local HTML files and bookmarks management. ◆ Source text search. ◆ Tabbed Browsing. ◆ iCloud Drive Access. ◆ Syntax highlighting. ****************************************************** Support ****************************************************** Please follow us on twitter to get the latest news. Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/spicalibar WebSite: http://sites.google.com/site/stargazing2spica/ Mail: stargazing.spica@gmail.com

Screenshots

Zip & RAR File Extractor4 screens
HTML Viewer Q4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HTML Viewer Q at none against Zip & RAR File Extractor's 3. HTML Viewer Q also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 28%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). Zip & RAR File Extractor's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support 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. HTML Viewer Q asks for nothing beyond the download.

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 2.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 28% of Zip & RAR File Extractor's written reviews are positive against 45% of HTML Viewer Q's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zip & RAR File Extractor ships an update every 6 weeks, HTML Viewer Q every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Zip & RAR File Extractor versus HTML Viewer Q: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZip & RAR File ExtractorHTML Viewer Q
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (28K ratings) — better4.4 (2.7K ratings)
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews45.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28K — better2.7K
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB8 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperPenghui ZhaoSpica

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%

HTML Viewer Q

All ratings2,652 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral4.4%
Negative12.1%
Written reviews208 reviews
Positive45.2%
Neutral8.2%
Negative46.6%

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

HTML Viewer Q

From 2.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 👍 Decent app
  • 👍 Works well
  • 👍 Useful tool
  • 👍 Fills a gap in functionality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Glitchy/unstable
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔍 Lacks search/find function
  • 🖼️ Cannot load images/external CSS

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

HTML Viewer Q

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when viewing source code
  • Fails to load HTML files properly
  • Relative links not working
  • Encoding issues
  • Freezes when navigating pages

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add landscape mode
  • Improve UI/UX design
  • Implement load all/infinite scrolling
  • Add support for external CSS and images
  • Introduce dark mode
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  • Improve compatibility with older devices

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
None

HTML Viewer Q

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zip & RAR File Extractor free?
Zip & RAR File Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HTML Viewer Q free?
HTML Viewer Q is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Zip & RAR File Extractor or HTML Viewer Q?
Zip & RAR File Extractor is rated higher. Zip & RAR File Extractor averages 4.7 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while HTML Viewer Q averages 4.4 from 2.7K ratings.
Do Zip & RAR File Extractor or HTML Viewer Q have ads?
Both Zip & RAR File Extractor and HTML Viewer Q show ads.
Which is updated more often, Zip & RAR File Extractor or HTML Viewer Q?
Zip & RAR File Extractor ships an update every 6 weeks, and HTML Viewer Q every 4 months. Most recently, Zip & RAR File Extractor was updated on October 19, 2026 and HTML Viewer Q on October 17, 2026.

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