Head to head
| Delve | Disk Xray | |
|---|---|---|
| Visualization | Mixed | List |
| Platform | macOS | macOS |
| Pricing | Paid Paid one-time purchase (around $5 at time of writing) | Freemium Free tier; Pro via yearly subscription or lifetime unlock |
| Open source | No | No |
| Native Mac | Yes | Yes |
Updated September 2026 · Prices change — please verify with the vendor.
Delve
An honest APFS-aware treemap plus sunburst with collector cleanup.
＋ Delve: Strengths
- 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: Weaknesses
- Newer entrant — fewer reviews and community resources
- macOS only, no Windows or mobile companion
- Smaller feature surface than all-in-one suites
Read the review: Delve → · Delve See alternatives →
Disk Xray
All-in-one analyzer, duplicate finder, uninstaller, and shredder.
＋ Disk Xray: Strengths
- Bundles analyzer, duplicates, uninstaller, and shredder in one app
- Free tier covers basic scanning
- Guided cleanup suits users who want decisions made for them
－ Disk Xray: Weaknesses
- Subscription pricing for full features where rivals charge once
- Analyzer view is list-led rather than a rich visual map
- All-in-one scope means each tool is shallower than a specialist
Read the review: Disk Xray → · Disk Xray See alternatives →
Verdict: Delve vs Disk Xray
Choose Delve if you want mixed visualization on macOS. Choose Disk Xray if you prefer list views at freemium 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.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Delve or Disk Xray?
Delve wins on mixed visualization for macOS; Disk Xray wins on list views for macOS. On price, Paid (Delve) vs Freemium (Disk Xray). 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 Disk Xray wins on price.