Comparison

The Document Converter vs Archive Utility

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

Head to head
About

The Document Converter

Effortlessly transform files into various document and image formats like PDF, DOCX, and JPG. Simply select your input, choose the desired output, and convert in seconds. Save, share, or open your converted files directly in other applications.

Highlights
  • Convert to PDF, DOCX, JPG, TXT, and more
  • Supports dozens of input formats
  • Save, share, or open converted files
  • In-app file browser
  • AirDrop support
  • Cloud and local conversion options
Features
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Easily convert your files to nearly any document format! 1. Select your input file 2. Choose your output format ( DOCX, PDF, JPG, TXT etc. ) 3. Convert! It will only take a few seconds. 4. Save your file, or open it in Office, Drive, Dropbox, etc! Here are the output formats you can choose from: DOC, DOCX, HTML, ODT, PDF, RTF, TXT, JPG, PNG, JPEG, PNG You can convert from dozens of input formats, here are some of the most popular formats we support converting from: • Documents: ABW, DJVY, DOC, DOCM, DOCX, DOT, DOTX, HTML, HWP, LWP, MD, ODT, PAGES, PDF, RST, RTF, SDW, TEXT, TXT, WPD, WPS, ZABW and more! • Ebooks: AZW, AZW3, AZW4, CBC, CBR, CBZ, CHM, EPUB, FB2, HTM, HTMLZ, LIT, LRF, MOBI, PDB, PML, PRC, RB, SNB, TCR, TXTZ and more! • Images: HEIC, JPG, JPEG, PNG, ICO, SVG, EPS, BMP, GIF, NEF, TIFF and more! • Spreadsheets: CSV, XLS, XLSX and more! • Presentations: PPT, PPTX, KEY, PDF and more! Save, Share or Open your converted files in your favorite apps immediately. Browse your previously converted files with our in-app file browser. You can even AirDrop your files right to your Mac or another device. Conversions usually take less than 15 seconds! Conversion is done on a secure cloud server, which makes conversion easier, faster and much more battery-friendly. You must have an internet connection to use this app. Files are immediately deleted from the server after conversion. While the files are immediately deleted after conversion or cancellation, you should be aware that by using this app, you agree that your files will be sent over to internet from the app to the conversion server. We've also recently added support for local conversions for many popular conversion types. These conversions don't require a server, and are usually done almost instantly! We are continuing to add support for more local conversions with each update. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription (Premium Pass): Premium Pass beings with a free trial period, then an auto-renewable monthly subscription when trial ends. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://float.support/the-document-converter/privacy Terms of Use: https://float.support/the-document-converter/terms

About

Archive Utility

This utility app allows users to create ZIP files and decompress a wide variety of archive formats on their iPhone and iPad. It features a document browser for easy file management, including cloud storage integration and drag-and-drop functionality.

Highlights
  • Create ZIP files
  • Decompress multiple archive formats
  • Document browser view
  • Cloud storage integration
  • File management (move, delete, rename)
  • Drag and drop functionality
Features
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“Archive Utility” is a small and intuitive application to create .zip file and decompress many different kinds of archive files on iPhone and iPad. It supports to unarchive or expand common formats like Zip, RAR, 7-zip, CAB, Tar, Gzip and Bzip2, as well as older formats like StuffIt, Cpio, LZH, ARJ, ARC, DiskDoubler and LBR. It can also expand unusual formats like ISO, BIN, MDF, NRG and CDI, Windows self-extracting EXE files, and can even extract media from Flash SWF files and images from PDF files. Many more archive formats are supported, tap Developer Website to visit product page for the complete list. Your long time wait for computer like compress-uncompress tool on iPhone and iPad is over with "Archive Utility". It integrates Archive and Expand features with Document Browser View to make easy-to-use yet powerful Archive Utility. * How to create a ZIP file? - Use powerful Browser view to select file(s) and folder(s) you want to compress and tap Archive button to create ZIP file beside original items. * How to expand/unarchive/uncompress/extract an archive file? - Navigate to archive file you want to uncompress in Browser view and tap on it to expand. Decompressed file or folder saved in the same folder as the original archive file. - Use "Copy to Archive Utility" to open archive file received as email attachment, downloaded from the the web or contained in another app. You can even add files in the app's Documents folder from your computer through iTunes file sharing. - It lets you preview files and archives that iOS can support. DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT - "Archive Utility" built upon Document Browser view which allows to access files no matter where they’re located — on your device or in the cloud with Archive Utility. Handles access to iCloud Drive and third-party cloud storage services such as Dropbox and Box within the app. - Browse view to navigate folders, organise your files with tags, move files between folders, search and sort. - Share files using the Share button or a drag-and-drop action. - You can move, delete, duplicate and rename a document and folder. - Drag and drop to select files and organise them into folders. - Inherit tagged and favourite items from Files app and allow to create and change within the app. Note: “Archive Utility” is standalone application running natively to archive files and expand archives securely right on your iOS device. You can refer User Manual for any assistance Or Contact Support.

Screenshots

The Document Converter4 screens
Archive Utility4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Document Converter at Free against Archive Utility's $2.99. The Document Converter also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (36% vs 0%). Archive Utility's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

The Document Converter is free to download; Archive Utility costs $2.99 up front. The Document Converter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Archive Utility asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Document Converter holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Document Converter has 5.9K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of The Document Converter's written reviews are positive against 0% of Archive Utility's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Document Converter ships an update every 5 months, Archive Utility every 45 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
The Document Converter versus Archive Utility: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Document ConverterArchive Utility
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.7 (5.9K ratings) — better3.9 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews36.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5.9K — better8
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 45 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFloat Tech, LLCRootRise Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Customer experience

The Document Converter

All ratings5,936 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.0%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews293 reviews
Positive36.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative60.8%

Archive Utility

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

The Document Converter

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Conversion process gets stuck or fails
  • Corrupted output files
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more file formats
  • Improve file management and organization
  • Provide offline conversion capabilities
  • Introduce a more transparent pricing model

Archive Utility

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

The Document Converter

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Pass3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Pass7 Days trial$3.491 Month
One-time3
  • Lifetime Pass$8.99
  • Lifetime Pass$19.99
  • Lifetime Pass Promo$29.99
None

Archive Utility

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Document Converter free?
The Document Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Archive Utility free?
Archive Utility costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Document Converter or Archive Utility?
The Document Converter is rated higher. The Document Converter averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while Archive Utility averages 3.9 from 8 ratings.
Do The Document Converter or Archive Utility have ads?
Neither The Document Converter nor Archive Utility shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Document Converter or Archive Utility?
The Document Converter ships an update every 5 months, and Archive Utility every 45 months. Most recently, The Document Converter was updated on September 22, 2026 and Archive Utility on September 20, 2026.

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