Total Commander can handle archives as if they were subdirectories. It also has an internal ZIP-compatible packer. The search function allows you to search for files inside archives, even for text.
Two file windows side by sideMultiple language supportEnhanced search functionCompare files (now with editor) / synchronize directoriesQuick View panel with bitmap displayZIP, ARJ, LZH, RAR, UC2, TAR, GZ, CAB, ACE archive handling + pluginsBuilt-in FTP client with FXP (server to server) and HTTP proxy supportParallel port link, multi-rename toolTabbed interface, regular expressions, history+favorites buttonsThumbnails view, custom columns, enhanced searchCompare editor, cursor in lister, separate trees, logging, enhanced overwrite dialog, and more
