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QDirStat

qdirstat · v2.0-macos.3 • auto-updates

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Disk utilisation visualiser

brew install --cask qdirstat
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (GPL-2.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0

Version History

v2.0-macos.3
21d ago2.0-macos.2→2.0-macos.3
1mo ago2.0-macos.1→2.0-macos.2
5mo ago2.0→2.0-macos.1

Review

Mar 10, 2026

QDirStat is a disk utilization visualizer that uses a treemap to display directory statistics, making it easier to manage disk space. It's ideal for users who need a clear, visual way to analyze directory structures and optimize storage.

QDirStat visualizes disk usage with a treemap to help analyze directory structures.

Maturity: The project is actively maintained with recent updates and a moderate user base, though adoption is limited.

Community: QDirStat has received positive mentions on Hacker News, particularly for its visualization capabilities, though discussion is limited outside of technical communities.

Pros

  • + Unique treemap visualization for directory statistics
  • + Cross-platform support including macOS
  • + Auto-update feature ensures users stay current

Cons

  • - Limited community adoption and discussion
  • - GitHub repository's language is unspecified, reducing transparency
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Last commit: Jan 25, 2026

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