CleanMyMac alternative
A focused CleanMyMac alternative for storage cleanup
If you want a narrower Mac cleanup app with one-time pricing, Unclutter by 5x5 Labs focuses on caches, logs, app leftovers, and Pro lost-file search instead of bundling broad maintenance tools.
Why people choose Unclutter
- $25 one-time Core license
- $45 one-time Pro license with Recover Files
- No subscription or bundled VPN
- Clear review-before-clean flow
Where Unclutter is different
CleanMyMac is a broad Mac maintenance suite. Unclutter is intentionally smaller: it targets reclaimable storage and file discovery, then stays out of the way.
- Focused cleanup instead of an all-in-one suite
- Direct purchase from unclutter.sh
- No antivirus, VPN, or performance optimizer bundle
- Pro tier adds read-only lost-file search
When Unclutter is the better fit
Choose Unclutter when your main pain is a full disk, oversized caches, old app support files, Xcode data, or finding files still present somewhere on the Mac.
When a broader suite may fit better
If you specifically want bundled malware scanning, updater workflows, or many maintenance modules in one subscription, a broader suite may be more appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
Is Unclutter a CleanMyMac clone?
No. It overlaps on storage cleanup, but it is narrower and focused on reclaiming disk space and finding hard-to-locate files.
Does Unclutter include malware scanning?
No. Unclutter is not an antivirus product. It focuses on cleanup and Pro lost-file search.
Why choose one-time pricing?
Many users only need a focused cleanup utility. One-time pricing keeps that utility from becoming another recurring subscription.
Reclaim storage without adding another subscription
Unclutter Core handles cleanup. Unclutter Pro adds Recover Files for hard-to-locate photos, videos, documents, and attachments.