CleanMyMac alternatives in 2026
- Free up space and understand what you delete (macOS 26): WIWIClean.
- See what takes up space: OmniDiskSweeper (free) or DaisyDisk ($9.99 once).
- Uninstall apps with leftovers: AppCleaner.
- Free system maintenance: OnyX.
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Prices and facts were checked on official websites on September 14, 2026.
What happened to CleanMyMac X
CleanMyMac X is the previous generation. In 2024 MacPaw released a redesigned CleanMyMac without the “X”; the current version is 5.5.7 (July 22, 2026). According to MacPaw, CleanMyMac X is no longer developed for future macOS versions: existing licenses work up to macOS Tahoe 26.
How much CleanMyMac costs
| Plan | Price per year |
|---|---|
| 1 Mac | $29.95 |
| 2 Macs | $47.95 |
| 5 Macs | $95.95 |
There are also a monthly plan and a one-time purchase (updates for the current major version only). It's sold in the Mac App Store and included in Setapp. 30-day money-back guarantee.
Is there a free version?
No. There's a 7-day trial with all features; after it you need a subscription or a one-time purchase. Cracked builds are risky: a cleaner gets access to your whole disk, and a modified app isn't notarized by Apple and doesn't get updates.
5 alternatives
None of them replaces CleanMyMac entirely — each covers part of its tasks.
1. WIWIClean — free up space and see what happens after deletion
No antivirus or optimization. Shows what takes up space and explains every row with a “?”. Caches & logs with one button, Unused apps and files (6+ months), each app's cache and data separately, developer caches. macOS files can't be deleted.
Analysis is free forever, 7 days of all features without a card. Pro: $1.99/mo, $14.99/yr (half the price of CleanMyMac's 1-Mac plan) or $49.99 lifetime. macOS 26+ and Apple Silicon only.
2. DaisyDisk — see what fills your disk
A visual analyzer with a delete button. $9.99 once, free trial. Apple Silicon and Intel.
3. OmniDiskSweeper — free list of files by size
From The Omni Group, free since 2009. Deciding what's safe to delete is up to you.
4. AppCleaner — uninstall apps with leftovers
Drag an app into the window — it finds and removes related files. Free, version 3.6.8 supports Mojave to Tahoe.
5. OnyX — free macOS maintenance
System file checks, cache cleanup, index rebuilding. Use the version for your macOS only.
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CleanMyMac vs WIWIClean
| CleanMyMac | WIWIClean | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per year | $29.95 for 1 Mac | $14.99 |
| Other plans | Monthly, one-time; App Store, Setapp | $1.99/mo or $49.99 lifetime |
| Free | 7-day trial | Analysis forever; 7 days of all features |
| Refund | 30 days | 30 days |
| Malware scan | Yes | No |
| Maintenance | Yes | No |
| Uninstaller with leftovers | Yes | Apps and their data deleted separately |
| Explains every item | Safety database, ignore list | “?” on every row; macOS files locked |
| macOS | 11 and later | 26 and later, Apple Silicon |
If you need malware scan, maintenance or macOS older than 26, CleanMyMac is still a strong choice. Or combine: WIWIClean for disk space, AppCleaner for apps, OnyX for maintenance.
FAQ
Is there a free version of CleanMyMac?
No, only a 7-day trial with all features. Free alternatives: OnyX, AppCleaner, OmniDiskSweeper.
What's the difference between CleanMyMac and CleanMyMac X?
CleanMyMac X is the previous generation. The new CleanMyMac came out in 2024 and needs macOS 11 or later; X licenses work up to macOS Tahoe 26.
Is it safe to download CleanMyMac from torrents?
No. A cleaner needs access to your whole disk, and a cracked build gives it to code modified by someone unknown. Official sources: MacPaw's website, the Mac App Store and Setapp.
Can I clean my Mac without any app?
Mostly yes — how to clean up your Mac manually in a few steps.