Head to head
| DaisyDisk | Delve | |
|---|---|---|
| Visualization | Sunburst | Mixed |
| Platform | macOS | macOS |
| Pricing | Paid Paid one-time license (around $10 at time of writing) | Paid Paid one-time purchase (around $5 at time of writing) |
| Open source | No | No |
| Native Mac | Yes | Yes |
Updated September 2026 · Prices change — please verify with the vendor.
DaisyDisk
The beloved sunburst map that made disk cleanup beautiful.
＋ DaisyDisk: Strengths
- Gorgeous, instantly readable sunburst map with smooth drill-in
- Fast scanning with a built-in collector for staged deletion
- Long-running Mac citizen with polished onboarding
－ DaisyDisk: Weaknesses
- Paid license; no free or open-source tier
- macOS only, so mixed-OS households need a second tool
- Collector workflow is manual — no duplicate detection or AI assistance
Read the review: DaisyDisk → · DaisyDisk See alternatives →
Delve
An honest APFS-aware treemap plus sunburst with collector cleanup.
＋ Delve: Strengths
- Both treemap and sunburst views with APFS-aware measurement
- Collector tray stages deletions before they happen
- Honest marketing about what can and can't be reclaimed
－ Delve: Weaknesses
- Newer entrant — fewer reviews and community resources
- macOS only, no Windows or mobile companion
- Smaller feature surface than all-in-one suites
Read the review: Delve → · Delve See alternatives →
Verdict: DaisyDisk vs Delve
Choose DaisyDisk if you want sunburst visualization on macOS. Choose Delve if you prefer mixed views at paid pricing on macOS. And if you want a native Mac sunburst with a staged collector and zero telemetry, NullDisk is the third option that beats both on workflow.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, DaisyDisk or Delve?
DaisyDisk wins on sunburst visualization for macOS; Delve wins on mixed views for macOS. On price, Paid (DaisyDisk) vs Paid (Delve). The honest answer depends on your OS and whether you prefer maps or lists — read the verdict below.
Is there something better than both?
If you want a native Mac sunburst with allocated-size honesty, a staged removal collector, and zero data collection, NullDisk beats both on workflow — even where DaisyDisk or Delve wins on price.