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Free alternatives to DaisyDisk

DaisyDisk has no free plan. 64 of the 93 other desktop utilities in this directory are free or have a free plan.

DaisyDisk is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license). 37 of them have no paid plan at all; the rest pair a free plan with paid ones.

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

The 12 closest to DaisyDisk

  1. WinDirStat

    Free, open-source disk usage analyzer for Windows

    What is free: Everything. There is no paid plan.

    • WinDirStat is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • WinDirStat has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only WinDirStat lists a Windows app.
    • Only DaisyDisk lists a macOS app.
    WinDirStat vs DaisyDiskWinDirStat pricing and details

  2. WizTree

    Fast disk space analyzer for Windows and macOS

    What is free: Free for personal use with every scanning feature. Commercial use is not allowed, a Donate button is shown, exports carry a donation message and there is no support.

    • WizTree starts at $25 one-time purchase (Individual supporter code, 1 year of upgrades). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • WizTree has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only WizTree lists a Windows app.
    WizTree vs DaisyDiskWizTree pricing and details

  3. OnyX

    Free maintenance, cleaning and tweaking utility for macOS

    What is free: Everything. There is no paid plan.

    • OnyX is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • OnyX has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    OnyX vs DaisyDiskOnyX pricing and details

  4. AppCleaner

    Small Mac utility that uninstalls apps and their leftover files

    What is free: Everything. There is no paid plan.

    • AppCleaner is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • AppCleaner has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    AppCleaner vs DaisyDiskAppCleaner pricing and details

  5. Pearcleaner

    Free, source-available app uninstaller and cleaner for Mac

    What is free: Everything. There is no paid plan.

    • Pearcleaner is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Pearcleaner has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Pearcleaner vs DaisyDiskPearcleaner pricing and details

  6. Alfred

    Mac launcher with hotkeys, snippets and custom workflows

    What is free: The core of Alfred is free to use forever, covering app, file and web search. Powerpack features such as workflows, clipboard history and snippets are not included.

    • Alfred starts at £34 one-time purchase (Powerpack Single License). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Alfred has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Alfred also covers workflow automation, launcher, clipboard manager and text expansion.
    • DaisyDisk also covers disk cleanup.
    Alfred pricing and details

  7. LaunchBar

    Keyboard launcher for Mac with clipboard history and actions

    What is free: Beyond the 30-day trial, LaunchBar 6 can be used for free as long and as often as you like. Without registration it occasionally invites you to take a short break.

    • LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • LaunchBar has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • LaunchBar also covers launcher, clipboard manager, file management and calculator.
    • DaisyDisk also covers disk cleanup.
    LaunchBar pricing and details

  8. CCleaner

    Junk cleaner and PC optimizer for Windows, Mac and mobile

    What is free: CCleaner Free: standard cleaning, standard privacy protection and a basic Health Check. Performance Optimizer, Driver Updater and automatic cleaning are paid.

    • CCleaner starts at $44.95 per year for 1 PC (CCleaner Pro). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • CCleaner has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only CCleaner lists Windows, Android and iOS apps.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    CCleaner pricing and details

  9. Listary

    File search and app launcher for Windows with Quick Switch

    What is free: Free forever for personal use: basic file search, app launching, filters, commands and the basic UI theme. Commercial use is not allowed on the free plan.

    • Listary starts at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Listary has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Listary lists a Windows app.
    • Only DaisyDisk lists a macOS app.
    Listary pricing and details

  10. AltTab

    Windows-style window switcher for macOS, free and open source

    What is free: AltTab (free): core window switching with thumbnails, preview, window controls, trackpad gestures and custom shortcuts, at no cost for personal or business use.

    • AltTab starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • AltTab has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • AltTab is open source, according to its own site.
    • AltTab also covers window management.
    AltTab pricing and details

  11. BetterDisplay

    Display scaling, brightness and DDC control for Mac

    What is free: Non-business users keep the free features after the trial: DDC brightness, volume and input control, software dimming, the resolution slider and basic virtual screens. The terms say there are no purchase pop-ups or ads.

    • BetterDisplay starts at $21.99 one-time purchase (Pro license, tax may apply). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • BetterDisplay has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • BetterDisplay also covers menu bar app and display control.
    • DaisyDisk also covers disk cleanup.
    BetterDisplay pricing and details

  12. Shottr

    Small Mac screenshot tool with annotation, OCR and a ruler

    What is free: Free to use for as long as you want, with most features available. After 30 days the app starts asking you to consider upgrading. Commercial use requires a license.

    • Shottr starts at $12 one-time purchase (Basic Tier). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Shottr has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Shottr also covers screenshots.
    • DaisyDisk also covers disk cleanup.
    Shottr pricing and details

52 more that are free or have a free plan

All 64 in one table

Common questions

Is there a free alternative to DaisyDisk?

Yes. WinDirStat, WizTree, OnyX, AppCleaner, Pearcleaner, Alfred, LaunchBar, CCleaner and 56 more are free or have a free plan.

Does DaisyDisk have a free plan?

DaisyDisk has no free plan. DaisyDisk is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to DaisyDisk: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.