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MacStorageAtlas vs SpaceMap
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 Mac
MacStorageAtlas provides detailed, local storage analysis with filtering, duplicate review, and controlled cleanup actions. Its macOS-only availability and access restrictions should be considered before choosing it.
Visit MacStorageAtlas Free plan Mac
SpaceMap focuses on visualizing file and folder sizes on macOS. Its free tier covers core scanning and treemap features, while Pro adds caching, comparison, CSV export, themes, and priority support.
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| MacStorageAtlas | SpaceMap | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | SpaceMap |
| Website | lachi90.github.io | launchpadtechnology.co.uk |
| On disk space analyzers | #54 of 105 | #50 of 105 |
MacStorageAtlas: what it does well
- Interactive treemap and sortable folder tree
- Duplicate checks compare byte-for-byte matches
- Filters cover size, dates, and file categories
- Exports results as CSV or JSON
- Supports Apple Silicon and Intel Macs
What to know first
- Mac-only platform
- App Store build reads only selected locations
- Cleanup blocks broad or sensitive containers
- History must be enabled manually
SpaceMap: what it does well
- Squarified treemap visualizes scanned sizes
- Scans external drives
- Free plan costs 0.00 GBP forever
- Exportable reports available
- Drag-and-drop folder scanning included
What to know first
- No application-size display
- No file-type breakdown
- Only available for macOS
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