ncdu

Disk usage analyser for the terminal

About ncdu

ncdu is a fast disk usage analyser with a text interface for Unix systems, designed for use on remote servers over SSH. It scans directories quickly, presents sizes in a navigable curses interface and can export results for later inspection. Overall, it is built for people who want that kind of job done reliably, without unnecessary complexity, steep learning curves or heavyweight software getting in the way of everyday work.

ncdu key facts

Category: Utilities & Security
Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas: disk usage, terminal, linux
Official site: dev.yorhel.nl

About the Utilities & Security category

Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 562 tools. Alongside ncdu, it includes GrandPerspective, Disk Inventory X, FolderSizes, Replace Text.

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More in Utilities & Security

Comparing tools in the Utilities & Security category? These related listings are worth a look: GrandPerspective — Treemap view of Mac disk usage; Disk Inventory X — The original Mac disk treemap utility; FolderSizes — Enterprise disk space reporting and analysis.