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WinDirStat alternatives
WinDirStat compared with 4 alternatives: WizTree, DaisyDisk, BleachBit and CCleaner.
WinDirStat is free to use. 3 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WinDirStatThis tool | Free | Free | Windows |
| WizTree | Free plan · from $25 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| DaisyDisk | Free trial · from $9.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| BleachBit | Free | Free | Windows, Linux |
| CCleaner | Free plan · from $44.95/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from WinDirStat
- Free plan · from $25 one-time
WizTree
Fast disk space analyzer for Windows and macOS
- WizTree starts at $25 one-time purchase (Individual supporter code, 1 year of upgrades). WinDirStat is free.
- Only WizTree lists a macOS app.
- WizTree can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- WinDirStat is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Finding what is filling up a Windows or Mac drive
- Free trial · from $9.99 one-time
DaisyDisk
Visual disk space analyzer and cleanup tool for Mac
- DaisyDisk starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (lifetime license). WinDirStat is free.
- WinDirStat has a free plan. DaisyDisk does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only DaisyDisk lists a macOS app.
- Only WinDirStat lists a Windows app.
- DaisyDisk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac users who keep running out of disk space
- Free
BleachBit
Free, open-source disk cleaner for Windows and Linux
- BleachBit is free. WinDirStat is free.
- Only BleachBit lists a Linux app.
Suits: Windows and Linux users who want to free disk space at no cost
- Free plan · from $44.95/yr
CCleaner
Junk cleaner and PC optimizer for Windows, Mac and mobile
- CCleaner starts at $44.95 per year for 1 PC (CCleaner Pro). WinDirStat is free.
- Only CCleaner lists macOS, Android and iOS apps.
- WinDirStat 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
Limits worth knowing in WinDirStat
- Windows only; the site points Mac and Linux users to other open-source tools such as GrandPerspective and QDirStat.
- It is developed and tested for Windows 7 through 11 and Windows Server 2008 R2 through 2025; other versions are not supported.
- The accelerated NTFS scan needs the app to be run elevated.
- File recovery is described as an attempt and covers only local NTFS, exFAT and FAT drives.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WinDirStat?
The alternatives to WinDirStat in this directory are WizTree, DaisyDisk, BleachBit and CCleaner. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WinDirStat.
Is there a free alternative to WinDirStat?
Yes. BleachBit is free to use. WizTree and CCleaner have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which WinDirStat alternatives work on macOS?
The WinDirStat listing does not include a macOS app. WizTree, DaisyDisk and CCleaner list one.
Which WinDirStat alternatives work on Linux?
The WinDirStat listing does not include a Linux app. BleachBit 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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