Filelight
7.0#23 in disk space analyzersFree planFree planLinuxWindows
VisitFilelight vs FolderSizes
FolderSizes
7.7#4 in disk space analyzers$30 one-timeFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Filelight | FolderSizes |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop platforms | Linux,Windows | Windows |
| Founded | 1996 | 2003 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Berlin, Germany | Traverse City, Michigan, United States |
| Scan scope | files_folders | files_folders |
| Treemap view | Yes | Yes |
Filelight plans
- FilelightFree
FolderSizes plans
- Personal Edition license$30, paid once
- Single-User Pro license$60, paid once
- Single-User Pro license - 5 Pack$210, paid once
- Single-User Pro license - 10 Pack$360, paid once
- Site-Wide Pro license$700, paid once
- Country-Wide Pro license$2,200, paid once
Pick Filelight if…
Filelight suits Linux and Windows users who want a visual way to inspect space used by files and folders. It is useful for local, remote, removable, or external-disk scans and for users who value file-manager integration.
Pick FolderSizes if…
FolderSizes suits Windows users who want to inspect storage on local or network drives, filter files, and export reports. Its personal license is for home use, while Pro licenses include options for individual users, organizations, and consultants.