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Sage Thomas
Apr 28, 2026
2.17/5
Frustrating and Unreliable for a Paid App
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I've been using BetterZip for a few months, hoping it would be a solid alternative to The Unarchiver, but it's been a letdown. The app frequently hangs when extracting larger archives, and the interface, while looking nice, is clunky and not as intuitive as advertised. For the price, I expected much better stability and performance.

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Lisa Miller
Apr 24, 2026
1.67/5
Frustrating and glitchy experience
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BetterZip frequently crashes when handling large ZIP archives, and the encryption process is unintuitive and slow. The interface may look clean, but it's buggy—I've lost work due to unexpected errors. For the price, I expected much more stability and polish.

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Ava Harris
Apr 24, 2026
3.33/5
Powerful but flawed archiver with some confusing quirks
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BetterZip handles all the major compression formats flawlessly and I love the integration with Finder Quick Actions. However, the interface feels cluttered and outdated compared to modern Mac apps, and I've had occasional issues with larger archives stalling during extraction. For the price, I expected a smoother experience.

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Avery Moore
Apr 24, 2026
4.67/5
A Must-Have Archiving Tool for Mac Users
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BetterZip has become my go-to app for handling any compressed files. The interface is clean and intuitive, making complex tasks like encrypting ZIPs or creating multi-part archives straightforward. I especially appreciate the seamless integration with cloud services for quick sharing and the robust AppleScript support for automation. It's reliable, fast, and well worth the price.

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Quinn Johnson
Apr 24, 2026
4.83/5
A Must-Have Utility for Any Mac User
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As someone who frequently works with compressed files, BetterZip has been a game-changer. The interface is incredibly intuitive and makes tasks like creating password-protected archives or extracting specific files from a large archive effortless. I especially appreciate the seamless integration with Finder and the ability to preview files without fully extracting them. It's reliable, fast, and has all the features I need.

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Sophia Allen
Apr 23, 2026
4.83/5
Finally, a Mac archiver that just works
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BetterZip has completely replaced The Unarchiver and other tools for me. It handles every format I throw at it, from simple ZIP files to complex multi-part RARs, and the ability to preview files before extracting is a huge time-saver. Setting a strong password for encrypted archives is effortless, and it integrates perfectly with my workflow.

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Anna King
Apr 22, 2026
3.50/5
Powerful but Could Use Some Polish
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BetterZip handles all my archive formats reliably and the encryption features are solid. However, the interface feels a bit dated and clunky compared to newer Mac apps, and the price tag seems steep for what's offered. It gets the job done, but I'm not sure I'd buy it again at full price.

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Michael White
Apr 22, 2026
4.67/5
Finally, a Mac archiver that gets the job done
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As someone who frequently deals with various compressed file formats from clients, BetterZip has been a lifesaver. The interface is clean and intuitive, making it easy to peek inside archives without fully extracting them. The ability to quickly encrypt sensitive files and share them has streamlined my workflow immensely. It just works, without any unnecessary bloat.

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River Taylor
Apr 21, 2026
4.83/5
A Must-Have Tool for Any Mac User
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As a Mac user who frequently works with archived files, BetterZip has been a game-changer. The interface is incredibly intuitive and fits right into the macOS aesthetic. I use the encryption feature for sensitive documents and the seamless file sharing is perfect for collaborating with my team. It handles every format I've thrown at it without a hitch.

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David Walker
Apr 21, 2026
4.83/5
A Mac Power User's Archive Companion
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I've been using BetterZip for years to manage all my archives, from simple ZIPs to complex TAR.GZ files. The interface is genuinely intuitive and fits right into the macOS ecosystem. The ability to quickly preview files without fully extracting and the strong encryption options are lifesavers for my workflow. It's become an indispensable tool that I use almost daily.

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Review Summary
4.3

Based on 24 reviews

Ease of Use 4.4/5
Features 4.6/5
Value for Money 4.1/5
Customer Support 3.8/5
Overall Experience 4.3/5
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BetterZip is a file archiver and file compression software for Mac that supports common formats like ZIP, TAR, GZIP, and …

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