Split a Bloated Outlook PST Before It Slows Everything Down
When your Outlook data file keeps growing, Outlook gets slower. Searches lag and opening folders drags. Large files are also harder to back up and move. The usual fix is to cut the file into smaller ones, and that is the job Split PST File Tool from PCVITA (also known as Split Magic) is built for.
Quick facts
- Purpose: splits large Outlook PST files into smaller ones
- Platforms: Windows 11, 10, 8, 7 (32-bit or 64-bit) and Windows Server 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2008
- Outlook required: no, Microsoft Outlook does not need to be installed
- Trial: a demo version is available and splits only part of the data
Key features
Split by date, size, year, folder, email ID or category
You pick the rule that fits how you want the data divided. Splitting by year gives you an archive per period. Splitting by size keeps each piece under a limit. Folder, email ID and category options let you separate mail by topic or sender.
Works without Outlook installed
You can run the tool on a machine that has no Outlook. It can also run as a standard or guest user, so you don't need admin rights.
Add one file, many files or whole folders
You can load a single PST file or several at once, or add a folder of them. A search option can also find PST files on a drive you select, which helps when you don't remember where old archives are.
Splits by item type and handles damaged files
You can break a PST apart by item type, such as emails, notes, tasks and calendars. The vendor also says the tool can split corrupted or inaccessible files of any size.
Who it's for
It suits you if your mailbox archive has grown past the point where Outlook feels comfortable. It also suits you if you need to hand part of a mailbox to someone else, or if you want yearly archives you can store separately. It is a single-purpose utility, so you won't get general mailbox management.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Several split rules, including date, size, year, folder, email ID and category
- No Outlook installation needed
- Handles single files or batches
- Runs on current and older Windows versions
Cons
- Windows only
- The demo does not split a whole file, so you can't fully test a large job before buying
- It does one job only
FAQs
Do I need Outlook installed?
No. The vendor states that Microsoft Outlook installation is not required.
Can it split a damaged PST?
The vendor says it supports splitting corrupted or inaccessible files of any size.
Can I split by year?
Yes. Year is one of the split options, along with date, size, folder, email ID and category.
Which Windows versions work?
Windows 11, 10, 8 and 7 in 32-bit or 64-bit, plus several Windows Server releases.
System requirements
- Windows 11, 10, 8 or 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)
- Windows Server 2019, 2016, 2012 R2 or 2008
- Microsoft Outlook not required