Direktvergleich
| GrandPerspective | SimplyDiskSweeper | |
|---|---|---|
| Visualization | Treemap | List |
| Platform | macOS | macOS |
| Pricing | Open source Free and open source (GPL); small App Store fee for the packaged build | Free Free with paid App Store options at time of writing |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Native Mac | Yes | Yes |
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GrandPerspective
The tiny open-source treemap that shows your biggest files instantly.
＋ GrandPerspective: Stärken
- Free and open source with a tiny footprint
- Treemap rectangles make the single biggest space hog obvious
- Fast rescans and a loyal power-user community
－ GrandPerspective: Schwächen
- Treemap UI is utilitarian — no sunburst, no guided cleanup
- No collector tray or duplicate finder; deletion is file-by-file
- Development pace is slow compared with commercial rivals
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SimplyDiskSweeper
A minimal sorted-list cleaner for quick disk sweeps.
＋ SimplyDiskSweeper: Stärken
- Dead-simple sorted lists — no learning curve
- Fast for routine sweeps of Downloads and caches
- Lightweight indie app
－ SimplyDiskSweeper: Schwächen
- No visual map for understanding usage at a glance
- Minimal safety rails and no staged collector
- Not suited to deep forensic cleanups
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Fazit: GrandPerspective vs SimplyDiskSweeper
Choose GrandPerspective if you want treemap visualization with open-source transparency on macOS. Choose SimplyDiskSweeper if you prefer list views for free 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, GrandPerspective or SimplyDiskSweeper?
GrandPerspective wins on treemap visualization for macOS; SimplyDiskSweeper wins on list views for macOS. On price, Open source (GrandPerspective) vs Free (SimplyDiskSweeper). 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 GrandPerspective or SimplyDiskSweeper wins on price.