CleanMyMac versus DaisyDisk: What are the differences?

CleanMyMac and DaisyDisk are popular cleaning tools loved by millions of Mac users. Comparing them is a bit like comparing a mini car to a Porsche. CleanMyMac is more like a full-scale control station for your Mac, while DaisyDisk is an elegant solution for a lightweight Mac cleanup. Both apps scan your Mac on different levels — see the comparison chart and the screenshots below.

Key features

CleanMyMac

Daisy Disk

Scan for junk files
Space visualization
Temporary junk collector
Hidden space monitor
Malware Removal
Search for Large & Old files
Speedup tools for Mac
Maintenance tasks
Application updater
Application uninstaller
Personalized cleanup tips
System health monitors
Interface
Reasons to choose

Massive amounts of space reclaimed, Mac control and care tools.

Good visualization, hidden and purgeable space visualized

DaisyDisk is a good way to free up space on your drive, given that you know what you’re deleting. On the other hand, CleanMyMac is more tuned for automated Mac optimization. The latter utilizes a “one-button” logic to clean, declutter, and protect your Mac. CleanMyMac offers a rich set of tools to manage your applications, like app updater and uninstaller or login items and background apps removal. Now, we’ve told you everything you need to know to make a perfect choice between DaisyDisk and CleanMyMac.

CleanMyMac

Tidy up your Mac your way

Declutter your storage, remove threats, and uninstall apps with CleanMyMac. Reclaim your productivity and peace of mind with a clean, secure, and efficient Mac.

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