A Modern GrandPerspective Alternative with Cleanup Tools
Quick answer
GrandPerspective is a free, open-source treemap that is great for spotting big files. If you also want to understand and clean what you find, CleanYourMac Space adds file categories, search, several map styles, developer cache detection (Xcode, node_modules, Docker, Ollama) and Trash-first cleanup. The map is free; cleanup tools are a one-time $19.99.
What is GrandPerspective?
GrandPerspective is a long-running, free and open-source disk visualizer for macOS. It draws every file as a rectangle sized by disk usage, which makes large files easy to spot. It is a visualizer first, without dedicated cleanup tools.
CleanYourMac Space vs GrandPerspective
| Feature | CleanYourMac Space | GrandPerspective |
|---|---|---|
| Treemap visualization | ||
| Other views (sunburst, bubbles, folder cards, list) | ||
| File categories and search | Filters only | |
| Developer cache detection and cleanup | ||
| App uninstaller & duplicate finder | ||
| Open source | ||
| Price | Free scan · $19.99 one-time Pro | Free |
Choose CleanYourMac Space if…
- You want guidance on what is safe to delete, not just a map.
- Developer caches, dependencies and containers take most of your space.
- You want cleanup that can always be undone from the Trash.
GrandPerspective is the better pick if…
- You want a completely free, open-source visualizer.
- You only need to spot large files and will delete them yourself in Finder.
Frequently asked questions
Is CleanYourMac Space free like GrandPerspective?
The storage map, search and large-file finder are free forever. Cleanup tools — in-app Trash, Developer Cleaner, uninstaller and duplicate finder — are a one-time $19.99 Pro license.
Does it work on Apple Silicon and the latest macOS?
Yes. It is a native universal app for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs running macOS 14 Sonoma or later.