GrandPerspective vs WhatSize
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
GrandPerspective
6.0Graphically shows disk usage within a file system
WhatSize
6.0File system utility used to view and reclaim disk space
| Metric | GrandPerspective | WhatSize |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.3K | 73 |
| 90-day Installs | 3.4K | 192 |
| 365-day Installs | 11.0K | 726 |
| Version | 3.7.0 | 8.2.4 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 10 | - |
| GitHub Forks | 3 | - |
| Open Issues | - | - |
| License | — | — |
| Language | Objective-C | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 15y ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 5, 2014 |
Reviews
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
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