Ark
6.0#14 in file compression softwareFree planFree planLinuxWindows
VisitArk vs WinRAR
What both publish
| Fact | Ark | WinRAR |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Ark is a graphical utility for compressing and decompressing files and archives. | WinRAR is a compression tool with functions for organizing compressed archives. |
| Support | KDE links to the Ark Handbook, UserBase Wiki, and KDE Forum for help. | The support page offers FAQs, a lost-key form and individual sales support in English or German. |
Ark plans
- ArkFree
WinRAR plans
- WinRAR multi-user license (500–999 users)$6, paid once
- WinRAR multi-user license (200–499 users)$7, paid once
- WinRAR multi-user license (100–199 users)$8, paid once
- WinRAR multi-user license (50–99 users)$10, paid once
- WinRAR multi-user license (25–49 users)$13, paid once
- WinRAR multi-user license (10–24 users)$16, paid once
Pick Ark if…
Ark suits Linux or Windows users who want a graphical way to manage archives and preview contents before extracting them. It may also suit users who need encryption, split archives, or command-line tools.
Pick WinRAR if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.