Reviews for StuffIt
Login to ReviewDakota White
Mar 29, 2026Frustrating and Outdated Experience
While StuffIt was once a staple for file compression, the current version feels outdated and clunky. The interface is unintuitive, with a confusing layout that makes basic tasks like creating or extracting archives more complicated than they should be. For a premium-priced tool, it lacks the polish and modern features of many modern, often free, alternatives.
Riley Taylor
Mar 29, 2026A Longtime Positive Experience with StuffIt
As someone who has used StuffIt for years on my Mac, it has been a reliable tool for handling archives. It's a workhorse for compressing and extracting all the common formats like ZIP and TAR, but its support for the native .SIT format can sometimes be handy for more efficient compression. I do wish the interface felt a bit more modern, but for the core job of expanding and compressing files, it's been rock-solid and trustworthy for my daily tasks.
Elena Young
Mar 29, 2026Still the Mac Compression Champion After All These Years
I've used StuffIt on and off for over a decade, and the latest version feels like coming home to a familiar, reliable tool. It handles every format I throw at it—from opening old .SIT files I archived years ago to quickly extracting Windows .RAR archives my colleagues send—with perfect reliability. The DropStuff feature is brilliant for quickly compressing files for email, and the interface is classic Mac simple. It's not free, but for the peace of mind and trouble-free operation, it's absolutely worth it.
Phoenix Harris
Mar 28, 2026Gets the job done but feels dated
StuffIt handles basic compression tasks reliably and supports all the major formats I need, which is great. However, the interface looks like it hasn't been updated in a decade, and some operations feel slower compared to modern built-in or free alternatives. It's a solid tool if you specifically need its proprietary .SIT format, but otherwise, it's hard to justify the cost for everyday use.
Sophia Harris
Mar 24, 2026Reliable for its day, but feeling outdated
I've used StuffIt for years on my Mac to handle compressed files from Windows users, and for that it's handy. It handles the major formats okay. But it's a paid app, and in 2024, it's hard to see the value. The interface feels dated, and the main advantage—its own .SIT format—isn't really used anymore. It works, but the free built-in Mac archiver covers 90% of my needs. I keep it around for the occasional RAR or 7z file, but can't recommend it at full price for most people.
Anna King
Mar 22, 2026A Lifesaver for Managing My Mac Files
As a long-time Mac user, StuffIt has become my go-to tool for handling all sorts of compressed files. It effortlessly opens ZIP, RAR, and even the older .SIT archives from colleagues. The ability to quickly compress large folders before emailing has saved me countless times, and the clean interface makes everything intuitive.
Morgan Thomas
Mar 21, 2026Stuck in the past with StuffIt
I reluctantly installed StuffIt hoping it would handle some legacy archives, but it feels like software from another decade. The interface is clunky and unintuitive, constantly pestering me to upgrade or buy additional features. For basic compression tasks, Mac's built-in tools or free alternatives like The Unarchiver work faster and without the bloat.
Riley Jackson
Mar 21, 2026Frustrating and Outdated Archiving Experience
I've been using StuffIt for a few months now, hoping it would solve my basic archiving needs. Unfortunately, it feels severely outdated compared to modern, free alternatives like 7-Zip or even the built-in tools in Windows and macOS. The interface is clunky and unintuitive, often requiring a visit to the help section for basic tasks. I've also noticed that compression isn't as efficient as with more current software, and the software occasionally fails to recognize certain common archive formats. For the price, I expected a much smoother and more reliable experience. I ended up uninstalling it in favor of free tools that perform the same tasks faster and with less hassle.
Lisa Miller
Mar 19, 2026Outdated, Overpriced, and Frustrating
StuffIt feels like software from another era. The interface is clunky and unintuitive compared to modern free alternatives, and it constantly nags for upgrades. For the price, it offers nothing special that built-in macOS tools or free apps like The Unarchiver don't do better and faster. I regret the purchase and wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
Skyler Hall
Mar 18, 2026Reliable but showing its age
StuffIt has been my go-to compression tool on Mac for years, and it still handles a wide range of formats, including its classic .SIT files, without a hitch. However, the interface feels outdated compared to modern alternatives, and the licensing model can be pricey for what's essentially a utility many users now get for free elsewhere. It does exactly what it promises, but it’s hard to recommend wholeheartedly in 2023.
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StuffIt
StuffIt is a popular file compression and archiving software for Mac OS. It allows compressing and decompressing various file types …
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