diskspace vs WhatSize
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
diskspace
7.0Show available disk space on APFS volumes
WhatSize
6.0File system utility used to view and reclaim disk space
| Metric | diskspace | WhatSize |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 9 | 73 |
| 90-day Installs | 43 | 192 |
| 365-day Installs | 364 | 726 |
| Version | 1 | 8.2.4 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 171 | - |
| GitHub Forks | 8 | - |
| Open Issues | 1 | - |
| License | Apache-2.0 | — |
| Language | Swift | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9mo ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Sep 3, 2025 | Aug 5, 2014 |
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
WhatSize
WhatSize is a file system utility that helps users visualize and manage disk space, making it easier to reclaim unused storage. It offers features like folder size analysis and clutter detection, ideal for users looking to optimize their disk usage.
Analyzes disk space usage and helps users identify and reclaim unused storage.
Pros
- + Efficiently identifies and helps reclaim unused disk space
- + Provides visualizations of folder sizes and storage usage
- + Clean and intuitive user interface
Cons
- - Lack of community support and contributions
- - Unknown licensing terms