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BleachBit alternatives

BleachBit compared with 3 alternatives: CCleaner, WinDirStat and WizTree.

BleachBit is free to use. All 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

3 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
BleachBitThis toolFreeFreeWindows, Linux
CCleanerFree plan · from $44.95/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
WinDirStatFreeFreeWindows
WizTreeFree plan · from $25 one-timeYesmacOS, Windows

How each one differs from BleachBit

  1. CCleaner

    Junk cleaner and PC optimizer for Windows, Mac and mobile

    • CCleaner starts at $44.95 per year for 1 PC (CCleaner Pro). BleachBit is free.
    • Only CCleaner lists macOS, Android and iOS apps.
    • Only BleachBit lists a Linux app.
    • BleachBit is open source, according to its own site.
    • CCleaner also covers system monitor.

    Suits: Windows users who want junk cleaning, browser cleanup and startup control in one app

    CCleaner vs BleachBitCCleaner pricing and details

  2. WinDirStat

    Free, open-source disk usage analyzer for Windows

    • WinDirStat is free. BleachBit is free.
    • Only BleachBit lists a Linux app.

    Suits: Finding out what is filling a Windows drive at no cost

    WinDirStat vs BleachBitWinDirStat pricing and details

  3. WizTree

    Fast disk space analyzer for Windows and macOS

    • WizTree starts at $25 one-time purchase (Individual supporter code, 1 year of upgrades). BleachBit is free.
    • Only WizTree lists a macOS app.
    • Only BleachBit lists a Linux app.
    • WizTree can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • BleachBit is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: Finding what is filling up a Windows or Mac drive

    WizTree vs BleachBitWizTree pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in BleachBit

  • There is no regular macOS version: the download page lists Mac OS X support as experimental with limited features.
  • The current Windows installer is for Windows 10 and 11; Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8 need the older 4.7.0 release.
  • Importing winapp2.ini, which adds thousands of extra cleaners, is available on Windows only.
  • New versions are not installed automatically; the app can notify you, and updates are downloaded from the website by hand.
BleachBit pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to BleachBit?

The alternatives to BleachBit in this directory are CCleaner, WinDirStat and WizTree. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with BleachBit.

Is there a free alternative to BleachBit?

Yes. WinDirStat is free to use. CCleaner and WizTree have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which BleachBit alternatives work on macOS?

The BleachBit listing does not include a macOS app. CCleaner and WizTree list one.

Which BleachBit alternatives work on Android?

The BleachBit listing does not include an Android app. CCleaner lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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