Space Hunter vs CCleaner
Choose the best macOS cleaner for your needs
Space Hunter
Free
10GB cleaning quota
Pro
$39
One-time payment
CCleaner
Free
Limited features
Pro
$44.95/year
Annual subscription
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Space Hunter | CCleaner |
|---|---|---|
| Menu Bar Integration | ||
| Real-time Disk Monitoring | ||
| Free Tier | ||
| Pricing Model | One-time $39 | $44.95/year |
| Developer Tools Cleanup | ||
| Xcode Build Cache | ||
| Docker Cleanup | ||
| Homebrew Cleanup | ||
| Node.js Modules | ||
| Python Virtual Environments | ||
| Rust Cargo Cache | ||
| Go Module Cache | ||
| Gradle Cache | ||
| Browser & System Cleanup | ||
| Browser Caches (Chrome, Safari, Firefox) | ||
| System Logs | ||
| Trash Cleanup | ||
| Language Files Cleanup | Limited * | |
| Duplicate File Finder | ||
| App Uninstaller | ||
| Privacy & Security | ||
| Privacy-First Analytics | GDPR-compliant | Mixed reviews * |
| No Ads | Free has ads * | |
| Data Collection | Minimal | Moderate * |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Scheduled Cleaning | ||
Space Hunter Advantages
- Built for Developers: Specialized cleanup for Xcode, Docker, Homebrew, Node.js, Python, Rust, Go, and Gradle
- One-Time Payment: $39 forever vs $44.95/year subscription
- Native macOS Design: Modern SwiftUI interface with menu bar integration
- Privacy-First: GDPR-compliant analytics, no aggressive tracking or upselling
- Project-Aware Scanning: Intelligently detects projects and environments safely
- Real-Time Monitoring: Always-visible disk space health in menu bar
- Better Value: Generous 10GB free tier, no ads ever
CCleaner Advantages
- Established Brand: Well-known name with long history (since 2004)
- Duplicate Finder: Built-in duplicate file detection and removal
- App Uninstaller: Remove applications with leftover files
- General User Focus: Good for non-developers needing basic cleanup
Best for Developers: Space Hunter wins with specialized developer tools cleanup and privacy-first design
Which One Should You Choose?
Choose Space Hunter if you:
- • Are a software developer or DevOps engineer
- • Use tools like Xcode, Docker, Homebrew, Node.js, or Python
- • Want a one-time purchase instead of subscription
- • Prefer modern, native macOS interface
- • Care about privacy and minimal data collection
- • Need real-time disk space monitoring in menu bar
- • Want project-aware intelligent cleanup
Choose CCleaner if you:
- • Are a general user without developer tools
- • Need duplicate file finder
- • Want built-in app uninstaller
- • Prefer established, well-known brands
- • Don't mind annual subscription fees
Ready to Reclaim Your Disk Space?
Try Space Hunter free with 10GB cleaning quota. No credit card required.