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eDirStat vs SpaceMonger
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.
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eDirStat combines visual storage analysis, duplicate identification, snapshots, and reviewed cleanup across major desktop platforms. Its offline design and open-source license are notable, while platform permissions vary by scan method.
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SpaceMonger focuses on mapping files and folders and acting on them through cleanup lists. Check the listed Windows requirements before choosing it, and note that application sizes are excluded.
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| eDirStat | SpaceMonger | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | itch.io download: $4.99, paid once | Not published |
| Plans published | 2 | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | edirstat.com | stardock.com |
| On disk space analyzers | #87 of 105 | #91 of 105 |
eDirStat: what it does well
- Interactive treemap with folder zooming
- Seven-stage duplicate detection
- Scans external drives and SMB/NFS shares
- Offline operation without telemetry
- MIT-licensed open source
What to know first
- Mac App Store edition requires macOS 12 or later
- Raw NTFS MFT scans need administrator privileges
- Itch.io download costs 4.99 USD once
SpaceMonger: what it does well
- Treemap view helps locate large files and folders.
- Searches by size, type, or custom criteria.
- Can copy, move, and delete files.
- Includes a 30-day trial.
What to know first
- Application sizes are not included.
- Listed requirements stop at Windows 10.
- No free plan.
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