Head to head
| diCleaner | SpaceLens | |
|---|---|---|
| Visualization | List | Mixed |
| Platform | macOS | macOS |
| Pricing | Free Free on the Mac App Store at time of writing | Paid Available via CleanMyMac subscription or one-time license |
| Open source | No | No |
| Native Mac | Yes | Yes |
Updated September 2026 · Prices change — please verify with the vendor.
diCleaner
A free all-in-one cleaner with analyzer and menu monitoring.
＋ diCleaner: Strengths
- Free entry point covering analyzer, junk, and duplicates
- Menu-bar monitoring for ongoing awareness
- Simple enough for first-time cleaners
－ diCleaner: Weaknesses
- All-in-one breadth over analyzer depth
- Free cleaners monetize attention — check the upsell path
- No standout visualization for understanding usage
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SpaceLens
A bubble-map storage explorer inside the CleanMyMac suite.
＋ SpaceLens: Strengths
- Beautiful bubble-map view distinct from sunbursts and treemaps
- One click from analysis to automated cleanup inside the suite
- Backed by MacPaw's large support and update operation
－ SpaceLens: Weaknesses
- Requires the full CleanMyMac suite — no standalone purchase
- Subscription push where single-purpose rivals charge once
- Suite scope means deeper scans can feel like an upsell path
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Verdict: diCleaner vs SpaceLens
Choose diCleaner if you want list visualization on macOS. Choose SpaceLens 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, diCleaner or SpaceLens?
diCleaner wins on list visualization for macOS; SpaceLens wins on mixed views for macOS. On price, Free (diCleaner) vs Paid (SpaceLens). 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 diCleaner or SpaceLens wins on price.