Alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys

Other reviewed utilities & system tools. Each one links to its full review, with what it is good for and what to watch out for.

WinRARFree trialTrialware Windows archiver for creating RAR and ZIP archives and extracting most common formats.Utilities & systemRaycastFreemiumExtendable launcher for Mac and Windows with clipboard history, window management, extensions and AI.Utilities & systemThe UnarchiverFreeFree macOS app from MacPaw for opening RAR, 7z, Zip and many older or unusual archive formats.Utilities & systemPeaZipOpen sourceFree, open-source cross-platform archiver and file manager supporting over 200 archive formats.Utilities & system7-ZipOpen sourceFree, open-source Windows file archiver with its own 7z format and support for dozens of formats.Utilities & systemCleanMyMacFree trialMac cleaning and maintenance app from MacPaw for junk removal, malware scans, uninstalling and updates.Utilities & systemBleachBitOpen sourceFree, open-source disk cleaner and privacy tool for Windows and Linux.Utilities & systemAlfredFreemiumKeyboard launcher for macOS for finding apps and files, web searches, snippets and workflows.Utilities & systemEEverythingFreeFree Windows search tool by voidtools that finds files and folders by name instantly.Utilities & systemTTotal CommanderFree trialShareware two-pane file manager for Windows with built-in archive handling, FTP and multi-rename.Utilities & systemCCCleanerFreemiumPC cleaning and optimisation tool from Gen Digital, with a free version and paid Pro tiers.Utilities & system