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dirstat-rs vs OwlDisk
Both stand on disk space analyzers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
dirstat-rs provides configurable disk-usage scanning from a command line across three desktop platforms. Its lack of visual treemaps and category breakdowns makes it less suitable for users seeking graphical storage analysis.
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OwlDisk focuses on visual disk analysis with local processing and direct cleanup through its trash zone. Its macOS requirement and permission recommendation are the main setup considerations.
Visit OwlDiskThe facts
| dirstat-rs | OwlDisk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | owldisk.com |
| On disk space analyzers | #67 of 105 | #71 of 105 |
dirstat-rs: what it does well
- Free MIT-licensed software
- Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Scans a chosen path or current directory
- Configurable depth and minimum-size threshold
- Supports exportable reports
What to know first
- No treemap view
- No application-size reporting
- No file-type breakdown
- Windows maximum-path issue is tracked
OwlDisk: what it does well
- Free and open source
- Interactive three-level sunburst chart
- Reports Finder-matching sizes
- Runs locally without sending data
- Supports Apple Silicon and Intel
What to know first
- macOS 11 or later required
- Full Disk Access recommended for accuracy
- No treemap view
- Mac-only application
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