diskspace vs QDirStat
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
diskspace
7.0Show available disk space on APFS volumes
QDirStat
8.0Disk utilisation visualiser
| Metric | diskspace | QDirStat |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 9 | 103 |
| 90-day Installs | 43 | 363 |
| 365-day Installs | 364 | 1.4K |
| Version | 1 | 2.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 171 | 93 |
| GitHub Forks | 8 | 3 |
| Open Issues | 1 | - |
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 3, 2025 | Feb 13, 2024 |
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
QDirStat
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.
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