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GrandPerspective vs WhatSize

Two analyzers, one disk. GrandPerspective brings treemap 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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GrandPerspectiveWhatSize
VisualizationTreemapList
PlatformmacOSmacOS
PricingOpen source
Free and open source (GPL); small App Store fee for the packaged build
Paid
Paid one-time license (around $15 at time of writing)
Open sourceYesNo
Native MacYesYes

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GrandPerspective

The tiny open-source treemap that shows your biggest files instantly.

+ GrandPerspective: Сильні сторони

  • 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: Слабкості

  • 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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WhatSize

A fast measuring sorter with column views and cleanup tools.

+ WhatSize: Сильні сторони

  • 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: Слабкості

  • 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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Вердикт: GrandPerspective vs WhatSize

Choose GrandPerspective if you want treemap visualization with open-source transparency 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, GrandPerspective or WhatSize?

GrandPerspective wins on treemap visualization for macOS; WhatSize wins on list views for macOS. On price, Open source (GrandPerspective) 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 GrandPerspective or WhatSize wins on price.

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