diskspace vs GrandPerspective
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
diskspace
7.0Show available disk space on APFS volumes
GrandPerspective
6.0Graphically shows disk usage within a file system
| Metric | diskspace | GrandPerspective |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 13 | 1.4K |
| 90-day Installs | 33 | 4.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 388 | 12.2K |
| Version | 1 | 3.7.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 171 | 10 |
| GitHub Forks | 8 | 3 |
| Open Issues | 1 | - |
| License | Apache-2.0 | — |
| Language | Swift | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 11mo ago | 15y ago |
| First Seen | Sep 3, 2025 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
diskspace
diskspace is a lightweight macOS command-line tool that provides real-time disk space information for APFS volumes. It's particularly useful for system administrators and developers who need to monitor disk usage efficiently. The app's focus on APFS makes it a specialized tool for macOS users.
diskspace displays available disk space on APFS volumes through the command line.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient for monitoring disk space
- + Specifically optimized for APFS volumes on macOS
- + Command-line interface allows integration into scripts and workflows
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited to disk space monitoring without additional features
GrandPerspective
GrandPerspective is a macOS application that provides a visual representation of disk usage, helping users understand how their storage is utilized. It is particularly useful for those needing to manage disk space efficiently, offering a clear and intuitive graphical interface.
Graphically displays disk usage within a file system.
Pros
- + Free and open-source
- + Intuitive visual representation of disk usage
- + Lightweight and efficient
Cons
- - No auto-updates, potentially lagging behind macOS versions
- - Inactive development may result in unsupported features or unresolved issues