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Piriform CCleaner vs FreeMacSoft AppCleaner
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Piriform CCleaner
6.0Remove junk and unused files
FreeMacSoft AppCleaner
8.0Application uninstaller
| Metric | Piriform CCleaner | FreeMacSoft AppCleaner |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 150 | 4.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 428 | 13.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.1K | 43.9K |
| Version | 2.09.187 | 3.6.8 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | — |
| GitHub Forks | — | — |
| Open Issues | — | — |
| License | — | — |
| Language | — | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | — |
| First Seen | Sep 14, 2013 | Nov 8, 2013 |
Reviews
Piriform CCleaner
CCleaner helps maintain Mac performance by removing unnecessary files. It's ideal for users looking to optimize their system without technical expertise.
Removes junk files to free up space and improve system performance.
Pros
- + Enhances system performance by removing unused files.
- + User-friendly interface for easy use.
- + Regular updates indicate ongoing support.
Cons
- - History of security vulnerabilities.
- - Potential privacy concerns with file management.
FreeMacSoft AppCleaner
AppCleaner is a macOS application uninstaller that removes unwanted apps and their associated files, offering a clean and organized system experience. It's particularly useful for users who need a thorough cleanup process beyond standard uninstallation.
AppCleaner uninstalls macOS applications and removes leftover files and system references.
Pros
- + Efficiently removes unwanted applications and associated files
- + User-friendly interface with a clean design
- + Regular updates ensure compatibility with newer macOS versions
Cons
- - No free version available
- - Limited customization options