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Delve vs WhatSize

Two analyzers, one disk. Delve brings mixed views to macOS; WhatSize answers with list views on macOS. Here's the honest head-to-head — and the third option nobody told you about.

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DelveWhatSize
VisualizationMixedList
PlatformmacOSmacOS
PricingPaid
Paid one-time purchase (around $5 at time of writing)
Paid
Paid one-time license (around $15 at time of writing)
Open sourceNoNo
Native MacYesYes

Opdateret september 2026 · Priser ændres — verificér hos leverandøren.

Delve

An honest APFS-aware treemap plus sunburst with collector cleanup.

+ Delve: Styrker

  • Both treemap and sunburst views with APFS-aware measurement
  • Collector tray stages deletions before they happen
  • Honest marketing about what can and can't be reclaimed

- Delve: Svagheder

  • Newer entrant — fewer reviews and community resources
  • macOS only, no Windows or mobile companion
  • Smaller feature surface than all-in-one suites

Læs anmeldelsen: Delve → · Delve Se alternativer →

WhatSize

A fast measuring sorter with column views and cleanup tools.

+ WhatSize: Styrker

  • Deep measuring with column, outline, and chart views
  • Finds large, duplicate, and orphaned files beyond simple sizes
  • Appeals to power users who live in column browsers

- WhatSize: Svagheder

  • Dense, technical UI with a real learning curve
  • Paid license with no free tier for casual use
  • Visualization is secondary to tables and lists

Læs anmeldelsen: WhatSize → · WhatSize Se alternativer →

Dom: Delve vs WhatSize

Choose Delve if you want mixed visualization on macOS. Choose WhatSize if you prefer list views at paid pricing on macOS. And if you want a native Mac sunburst with a staged collector and zero telemetry, NullDisk is the third option that beats both on workflow.

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Which is better, Delve or WhatSize?

Delve wins on mixed visualization for macOS; WhatSize wins on list views for macOS. On price, Paid (Delve) vs Paid (WhatSize). The honest answer depends on your OS and whether you prefer maps or lists — read the verdict below.

Is there something better than both?

If you want a native Mac sunburst with allocated-size honesty, a staged removal collector, and zero data collection, NullDisk beats both on workflow — even where Delve or WhatSize wins on price.

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