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Open-source alternatives to DaisyDisk

DaisyDisk is not described as open source on its own site. 37 of the 93 other desktop utilities in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.

DaisyDisk is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license). 36 of them are free or have a free plan.

37 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

    • 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. AltTab

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

    • 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

  3. Mac Mouse Fix

    Trackpad-style gestures and smooth scrolling for third-party mice

    • Mac Mouse Fix starts at $2.99 one-time purchase, plus local taxes. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Mac Mouse Fix is open source, according to its own site.
    • Mac Mouse Fix also covers keyboard and mouse remapping.
    • DaisyDisk also covers disk cleanup.
    Mac Mouse Fix pricing and details

  4. BleachBit

    Free, open-source disk cleaner for Windows and Linux

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

  5. Rectangle

    Free, open-source window snapping for macOS

    • Rectangle is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Rectangle has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Rectangle is open source, according to its own site.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Rectangle pricing and details

  6. Microsoft PowerToys

    Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11

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

  7. AutoHotkey

    Free, open-source scripting language for Windows automation

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

  8. Karabiner-Elements

    Free, open-source keyboard customizer for macOS

    • Karabiner-Elements is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Karabiner-Elements has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Karabiner-Elements is open source, according to its own site.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Karabiner-Elements pricing and details

  9. 7-Zip

    Free, open-source file archiver with the 7z format

    • 7-Zip is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • 7-Zip has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    7-Zip pricing and details

  10. Maccy

    Lightweight, open-source clipboard manager for macOS

    • Maccy starts at $4.99 or more, pay what you want (website download via Gumroad). DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Maccy has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Maccy is open source, according to its own site.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Maccy pricing and details

  11. Stats

    Free, open-source system monitor for the Mac menu bar

    • Stats is free. DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license).
    • Stats has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Stats is open source, according to its own site.
    • DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Stats pricing and details

  12. Ditto

    Free, open-source clipboard manager for Windows

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

25 more that are open source

All 37 in one table

Common questions

Is there an open-source alternative to DaisyDisk?

Yes. WinDirStat, AltTab, Mac Mouse Fix, BleachBit, Rectangle, Microsoft PowerToys, AutoHotkey, Karabiner-Elements and 29 more are open source, according to their own sites.

Is DaisyDisk open source?

DaisyDisk is not described as open source on its own site. The listing was checked on Oct 6, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these desktop utilities are free?

WinDirStat, AltTab, BleachBit, Rectangle, Microsoft PowerToys, AutoHotkey, Karabiner-Elements, 7-Zip and 28 more are free or have a free plan.

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.