diskspace ☆

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Description:
Show available disk space on APFS volumes

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | @scriptingosx | formulae.brew.sh

Category: System utilities

Tags: apfs disk-space macos cli system-utility

Install: brew install --cask diskspace

About:
diskspace is a command-line utility designed to display available disk space specifically for APFS volumes. It provides a more accurate and detailed view than the standard df command by correctly handling APFS snapshots and container structures. This tool is essential for macOS system administrators and developers who need precise storage metrics for managing containerized storage.

Key Features:

Displays detailed APFS volume and container information
Shows space reclaimed by deleting local snapshots
Provides human-readable output formatting
Integrates with standard Unix piping and scripting

Use Cases:

Monitoring available storage on Mac systems with APFS
Automating storage checks in system administration scripts
Identifying space consumed by local Time Machine snapshots

Alternatives:

df – Standard Unix tool that does not accurately report APFS snapshot space reclamation
diskutil – Native macOS utility with more verbose output but less script-friendly formatting

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