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Tomilsonw
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Mar 21, 2025

Can you recommend me a best RAR extractor for Mac?

Hello. I have been using Windows 11 before, and I have never been annoyed by compression/decompression. I have always used WinRAR. Recently, I changed to a Mac for work needs. I feel it is OK, but I...
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Amiriooim
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Mar 21, 2025

Certainly! There are several reliable RAR extractors for Mac that you can consider. Here are some of the best options:


1. The Unarchiver:
Description: A popular choice among Mac users, The Unarchiver can handle various compressed file formats, including RAR. It integrates well with macOS, allowing you to double-click RAR files to extract them easily.
Features: Supports multi-volume RAR files, has no ads, and is actively maintained.

2. Keka:

Description: Keka is another excellent RAR extractor for Mac that supports RAR extraction. It is free to use, but the developers encourage users to donate if they find it helpful.
Features: User-friendly interface, supports drag-and-drop, and can handle multi-part RAR files.

3. PeaZip
Description: While commonly associated with Windows, PeaZip also has a version for macOS that supports RAR extraction and various other formats.
Features: A versatile tool with a clean interface and good compression options. It's open-source and ad-free.

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