Face à face

SquirrelDisk vs WhatSize

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

Face à face

SquirrelDiskWhatSize
VisualizationSunburstList
PlatformmacOS + Windows + LinuxmacOS
PricingOpen source
Free and open source (AGPL-3.0)
Paid
Paid one-time license (around $15 at time of writing)
Open sourceYesNo
Native MacNoYes

À jour en septembre 2026 · Les prix évoluent — vérifiez auprès du fournisseur.

SquirrelDisk

The easiest open-source sunburst for hunting huge files.

+ SquirrelDisk: Points forts

  • Free and open source on every desktop OS
  • Genuinely easy sunburst experience
  • No account, no telemetry, no upsell

- SquirrelDisk: Points faibles

  • Java-based UI rather than native Mac controls
  • No collector tray or staged-removal workflow
  • Solo-maintainer pace on features and fixes

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WhatSize

A fast measuring sorter with column views and cleanup tools.

+ WhatSize: Points forts

  • 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: Points faibles

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

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Verdict: SquirrelDisk vs WhatSize

Choose SquirrelDisk if you want sunburst visualization with open-source transparency on macOS + Windows + Linux. 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.

Questions fréquentes

Which is better, SquirrelDisk or WhatSize?

SquirrelDisk wins on sunburst visualization for macOS + Windows + Linux; WhatSize wins on list views for macOS. On price, Open source (SquirrelDisk) 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 SquirrelDisk or WhatSize wins on price.

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