Head to head
| Disk Graph | Disk Inventory X | |
|---|---|---|
| Visualization | Mixed | Treemap |
| Platform | macOS + iOS | macOS |
| Pricing | Paid Paid one-time purchase (around $6 at time of writing) | Open source Free and open source; community Xs/Y builds target Apple Silicon |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Native Mac | Yes | Yes |
Updated September 2026 · Prices change — please verify with the vendor.
Disk Graph
Pie-chart and treemap inspector with snapshots and search.
＋ Disk Graph: Strengths
- Multiple views: pie charts, treemaps, and file search
- Snapshots let you compare disk usage over time
- Universal purchase across Mac, iPhone, and Vision Pro
－ Disk Graph: Weaknesses
- Jack-of-views approach means no single standout visualization
- Cleanup workflow is thinner than dedicated cleaners
- Smaller user base means fewer guides and comparisons
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Disk Inventory X
The classic treemap visualizer, revived for Apple Silicon Macs.
＋ Disk Inventory X: Strengths
- Free and open source with decades of trust
- Treemap plus file-type breakdowns in one window
- Community revival builds run natively on Apple Silicon
－ Disk Inventory X: Weaknesses
- Interface shows its age despite the revival builds
- No collector tray, previews, or modern sandbox handling
- Fork landscape (X vs Xs vs Y) can confuse new users
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Verdict: Disk Graph vs Disk Inventory X
Choose Disk Graph if you want mixed visualization on macOS + iOS. Choose Disk Inventory X if you prefer treemap 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.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Disk Graph or Disk Inventory X?
Disk Graph wins on mixed visualization for macOS + iOS; Disk Inventory X wins on treemap views for macOS. On price, Paid (Disk Graph) vs Open source (Disk Inventory X). 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 Disk Graph or Disk Inventory X wins on price.