Bandizip is a file compression and decompression application for Windows PC that supports various archive file formats. In general, this application is the same as other similar applications, the most different is the interface.
This application is packed with a minimalist interface and is similar to Windows File Explorer so you don't have to worry about difficulties when you first use this application.
In addition, you can also open archive files in various ways, including using the file browser feature or by the drag and drop method. Interestingly, users can also extract only the selected files.
Advantages of Bandizip
There are many file compression and decompression applications that you can use for free on your Windows PC including WinRAR, WinZip, and PeaZip, this application is one of the favorite choices of many users.
The number of people who prefer to use this application is certainly not without reason, here are some of the advantages of Bandizip that you need to know:
1. Supports more than 30 archive file formats
There are many archive file formats commonly used on computers, if you often manage archive files with less common formats, don't worry about the application not supporting these files.
The reason is, this application made by Bandisoft supports more than 30 archive file formats including RAR, ZIP, 7Z, RAR5, EXE, TGZ, TAR, GZ, ISO, XZ and so on.
2. Integrated with context menu
To make it easier for users to compress and decompress files, this application is also integrated with a context menu.
You can extract and create archive files directly through Windows File Explorer and right-click on the file you want to compress, after which several compression options will appear that you can use.
Files that are compressed or put in an archive file can be set according to your needs, including specifying the file name, file format, compression level, password and so on.
3. Minimalist user interface
If it's your first time using this app, there's no need to worry about difficulties. The reason is, this application is packed with a minimalist and intuitive interface, similar to the default Windows File Explorer.
4. Various advanced features are available
The application is packed with many features aimed at experienced users including features for saving NTFS time information, file associations, adding archive comments and so on.
5. Portable version available
If you are interested in using this application but don't want the hassle of installing it, you can use the portable version. Besides being able to be used immediately without installation, using the portable version of this application will not leave any traces in your Windows registry.
In short, if you are looking for an alternative application for file compression and decompression then Bandizip is one that you should consider.
This app is free to use with ads and limited features. If you want to use more features and be ad-free, you can buy the paid version. However, for home users the free version is certainly more than enough.
Release Notes
- 7.23 version
- Fixed a security issue that might occur when decompressing archives in some formats.
- Fixed a buffer overflow issue and a buffer overrun vulnerability.
- Fixed an issue that could cause the app to crash when handling some archive files.
- Fixed the problem with “Snap Window”.
- Fixed bugs and improved other features.