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7-Zip vs Sunsama

7-Zip logo

7-Zip

Software

Free and open-source file archiver with high compression and strong encryption

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Sunsama logo

Sunsama

Software

The daily planner for busy professionals

From
$17/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only 7-Zip has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 7-Zip windows-centric GUI design; native graphical interface is Windows-only, with no first-class macOS or Linux GUI applications provided; Sunsama pricing is higher than some competitor daily planners at $17+ per month

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 7-Zip and Sunsama actually diverge.

Attributes where 7-Zip and Sunsama differ
Attribute7-ZipSunsama
Starting priceFree$17/month
Pricing modelopen-sourceUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Linux, macOSWeb, iOS, Android
FoundedUnknown2016

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 7-Zip

Nothing recorded that Sunsama does not also cover.

Only in Sunsama

  • Daily planning ritual
  • Task timeboxing
  • Workload management
  • Shutdown routine
  • Focus mode
  • Google Calendar
  • Outlook
  • Todoist

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

7-Zip

  • Creating highly compressed archives for backup and storage optimisationnot Sunsama
  • Distributing self-extracting executables to users who lack archive toolsnot Sunsama
  • Unpacking diverse archive formats (RAR, ISO, DMG) without purchasing separate toolsnot Sunsama
  • CI/CD automation via command-line compression and extractionnot Sunsama
  • Encrypting sensitive files with AES-256 for secure transmissionnot Sunsama
  • Restoring archived VirtualBox and VMware disk imagesnot Sunsama

Sunsama

  • Schedulingnot 7-Zip
  • Appointment bookingnot 7-Zip
  • Time trackingnot 7-Zip
  • Resource managementnot 7-Zip
  • Team coordinationnot 7-Zip

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

7-Zip

  • Windows-centric GUI design; native graphical interface is Windows-only, with no first-class macOS or Linux GUI applications provided
  • Linux and macOS support primarily through command-line tools; no native file manager integration on these platforms
  • User interface design is dated compared to modern alternatives; visual feedback and UX polish lag behind commercial archivers
  • ARM64 support limited to Windows; no ARM64 build for Linux or macOS despite growing ARM adoption
  • No built-in cloud storage integration or synchronisation; cannot extract directly to Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive

Sunsama

  • Pricing is higher than some competitor daily planners at $17+ per month
  • Requires consistent daily engagement with the planning ritual to be effective
  • Limited customization of the daily planning framework compared to more flexible task managers

Pricing, plan by plan

7-Zip

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the 7-Zip review.

Sunsama

$17/month
  • Pro Plan (Annual)$17/month
    • Unlimited usage
    • Unlimited integrations
    • AI + MCP + Zapier support
  • Pro Plan (Monthly)$22/month
    • Unlimited usage
    • Unlimited integrations
    • AI + MCP + Zapier support

Which should you pick?

Choose 7-Zip if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Linux, macOS.
7-Zip review

Choose Sunsama if

  • You need daily planning ritual.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want task timeboxing.
Sunsama review

Questions people ask

Is 7-Zip or Sunsama better?
Neither clearly leads. 7-Zip starts at Free and Sunsama at $17/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 7-Zip or Sunsama?
7-Zip has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for 7-Zip and $17/month for Sunsama.
Does 7-Zip or Sunsama run on more platforms?
7-Zip runs on Windows, Linux, macOS. Sunsama runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use 7-Zip for free?
Yes. 7-Zip has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Sunsama starts at $17/month.
What is 7-Zip best used for?
7-Zip is most often used for creating highly compressed archives for backup and storage optimisation, distributing self-extracting executables to users who lack archive tools, unpacking diverse archive formats (rar, iso, dmg) without purchasing separate tools, ci/cd automation via command-line compression and extraction. Of those, creating highly compressed archives for backup and storage optimisation and distributing self-extracting executables to users who lack archive tools are not what Sunsama is typically brought in for.
What can 7-Zip do that Sunsama cannot?
Sunsama covers Daily planning ritual, Task timeboxing, Workload management, Shutdown routine.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

7-Zip: Is 7-Zip free to use commercially?

Yes. 7-Zip is licensed under GNU LGPL with BSD 3-clause portions, permitting commercial and personal use without fees, registration, or restrictions.

Source
Sunsama: What is the pricing for Sunsama and is there a free trial?

Sunsama costs $17 per month when billed yearly or $22 per month when billed monthly. A 14-day free trial is available without requiring a credit card.

Source
7-Zip: What file formats does 7-Zip support?

7-Zip natively creates 7z archives and supports packing/unpacking ZIP, GZIP, BZIP2, XZ, TAR, and WIM. It can unpack 30+ additional formats including RAR, ISO, DMG, and VirtualBox disk images without requiring external tools.

Source
Sunsama: What task management tools does Sunsama integrate with?

Sunsama integrates with Asana, Todoist, Trello, Jira, Linear, Monday.com, Notion, ClickUp, GitHub, and Google Tasks, allowing you to pull tasks from these services into your daily plan.

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7-Zip: Does 7-Zip work on macOS and Linux?

Yes. 7-Zip operates on Windows, Linux, and macOS. Graphical interfaces are optimised for Windows; Linux and macOS primarily use command-line tools. Port and third-party GUI applications extend functionality on these platforms.

Source
Sunsama: Can Sunsama sync with my calendar?

Yes, Sunsama is bidirectionally synced with Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar, and iCloud Calendar, creating a unified view of your schedule and daily commitments.

Source
Sunsama: Does Sunsama have a mobile app?

Yes, Sunsama is available as a mobile app on both iOS and Android through the Google Play Store and Apple App Store for managing your daily plan on the go.

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