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DiskDive vs DiskMap
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
DiskDive focuses on fast, keyboard-driven disk analysis with a clear treemap and live space updates. It is a practical fit when you want a free tool that scans files and folders from a terminal.
Visit DiskDive Free plan Windows
DiskMap combines visual disk analysis, snapshot comparison, duplicate detection, and cleanup in a free Windows application for personal use. Note that application sizes are not included and source redistribution is not permitted.
Visit DiskMapThe facts
| DiskDive | DiskMap | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | github.com |
| On disk space analyzers | #39 of 105 | #35 of 105 |
DiskDive: what it does well
- Free under the Apache License 2.0
- Treemap highlights large space users
- Parallel scanning for large drives
- Live updates after deletions
- Works on macOS, Windows, and Linux
What to know first
- Terminal-based interface
- macOS requires version 12 or later
- Go installation requires Go 1.21 or later
DiskMap: what it does well
- Treemaps and sunbursts show file-type distribution.
- Compares locally saved scan snapshots.
- Duplicate detection confirms matches with full hashes.
- Cleanup deletions go to the Recycle Bin.
- Free compiled application for personal use.
What to know first
- Windows only.
- Does not show application sizes.
- Source is proprietary and cannot be redistributed.
- NTFS $MFT reading requires elevated access.
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