Nektony MacCleaner Pro review

NEKTONY MACCLEANER PRO

Nektony MacCleaner Pro is a robust system cleaning and optimization tool designed specifically for macOS users. As Macs can accumulate a large amount of unnecessary data over time—such as caches, logs, system junk, and duplicate files—MacCleaner Pro promises to help users declutter their systems, free up valuable storage space, and improve overall performance. This all-in-one utility targets multiple aspects of system maintenance, from cleaning up junk files to optimizing storage and memory usage.

In this review, we’ll explore the features, performance, pricing, and pros and cons of Nektony MacCleaner Pro, so you can decide whether it’s worth integrating into your Mac maintenance routine.

Installation of ‘Nektony MacCleaner Pro ′  is simple, just drag and drop the icon(application) inside the .dmg file to your Applications folder and you’re done. You also need to add ‘Full Disk Access’ in your System Preferences in order to grant it full access to your system. Now enter your serial for the the Pro version and your Swiss Army knife is ready for use.

Nektony MacCleaner Pro interface is great and fully updated from the earlier version 2. It now also supports the coming macOS Ventura where version 2 doesn’t. Most included tools are separate applications which are launched at command. It’s worth mentioning, that two included FREE tools ” Funter and Memory Cleaner ” are used by us as a standard feature for our Macs. Both work great and are useful additions for your daily routines. 

App Cleaner & Uninstaller Uninstall apps completely. Manage system extensions.	Funter Find and show hidden files.	Memory Cleaner Optimize memory usage.
Duplicate File Finder Organize & Remove duplicates.	Disk Expert Analyze disk space usage. Find the biggest folders.

As mentioned you’ll notice that MacCleaner Pro 3, is not an all in one application but rather a container for all standalone applications. Its main advantage over the standalone applications is its pricing and Central-Toolbox look and feel. Choose any of the tools available and you’re presented with a menu to choose any action desired.
It all works wonderful smooth and presents well designed interfaces. I do wonder however why the separate TOOLS (Duplicate Finder, App Uninstaller and Space Analyzer) have complete different and less fine tuned interfaces! There are some useful maintenance-applications to choose from as this Swiss Army knife consists of popular tools. So which will be your best buy, and give you most ‘bang’ for your money?
Thats why reading reviews is important or try the free applications and find out yourself if it serves your needs. I feel most included tools are at the top of what’s available on the internet, as we’ve recently reviewed Nektony’s AppCleaner & Uninstaller Pro and gave it top marks for its performance.

Check the separate snapshots of all included tools and their action menu listing. Our favourite applications are the  AppCleaner & Uninstaller Pro , Duplicate File Finder Pro and the Free included tools Funter and Memory Cleaner which are all our default tools used. The provided Expert Mode for the included tools give you far more control of files you wish to keep or delete. Mind you, be careful as you always should be when you are about to delete files. You need to know your stuff when it comes down to deleting files or objects.

Every music and photography enthusiast (and others) will face a lot of duplicate or simular files cluttering their drives, as experimenting and tryouts with images or music is one of my passions. I guess there’s more people like me, spending hours and hours perfecting our favorite photo’s or edited music compilations. This is where tools like Duplicate Files Finder Pro comes in for help. Convenient are the options for labelled searches like music and pictures.

People like me, get warnings from iCloud, that their storage is full and needs upgrading. All because macOS syncs our desktops with iCloud. So in order to avoid iCloud problems I opt for Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Apple ID, and select the desired options. I personally copy folders to an external NAS where loads of partitions get stuffed with ‘Folders in Progress’, I call them. In the end have numerous folders with identical or nearly same files. At times we need to sweep the disks in order to keep things fairly clean, and use the recovered disk-space for new data. Nektony created a nice application Duplicate File Finder Pro ( or Free ). This application helps to remove duplicates in just a few minutes or hours depending on the amount of data to be searched.
Duplicate File Finder Pro scans your Mac hard drive or external drives to find identical files and folders. It searches equal files by type, name, count, and size. You can separately view and delete duplicate photos, videos, music, documents, or all types of duplicates from your Mac. Duplicate File Finder also helps you to detect similar folders, which have both equal and unique files and merge them to free up storage space on your disk. Besides that, Duplicate File Finder Pro detects similar photos in order to ease the selection of the favorite pictures you want to keep on your computer. This application is easy to use and it provides a “how to use” guide for new users. A free version is also available, but I feel the Pro version with its bonus features will not withhold too much, for its pricing.

As application development progresses through the years and even frequent when new macOS operating systems see the daylight, we are faced with updates or full new versions of our application collection. No problem, but you may need to get rid of the older application version in order to get a fresh install of its replacement. This is where utilities like Nektony’s App Cleaner & Uninstaller come in handy.

Running a Mac like any computer and being glad it is a bit Unix based, our system gets loaded with applications and smaller utilities. Our macOS has NO real system maintenance build-in, but for application removal mostly depend on a drag and drop in the Trashcan. This works fine, but you get stuck with uninstalled files and leftovers.

Unlike Windows, where the user should not use their computer as a ‘testing-machine’ if they want to keep using it as a responsive system, our Mac’s are more Unix based and less sensitive to system faillure due to lost files or worse. That said, our Mac’s do like Windows gather a load of system/applications files which at some point become obsolete when no longer needed.
Unlike Windows our Mac’s store files only in a few folders and don’t spread files around in your complete operating-system, but still applications create some folder entries like .plist files and launch files etc. In case you wish to delete an older or unused application, it should delete not only the main application but also all related files no matter where they ‘hide’ in your Mac’s system. This is where we need help of utilities like Nektory’s App Cleaner, which keeps track of any file-relation ! Even though some application come with their Uninstall-Tool, some files get leftover and may cause problems at some point.
If you ever tried different Antivirus programs, you may have faced issues the installation program complaining of detecting an earlier version of some antivirus program conflicting the installation. You now need to search (if you know where to look), and delete the conflicting files.

The Funter and Memory Cleaner are located at your menubar at the top of your Mac’s screen. Funter is able to be part of your Finders interface and therefore accessible from its top menu-bar. Great job, as its not often these days we get anything for Free which also works great.

Both AppCleaner & Uninstaller , Duplicate File Finder applications scored maximum points . Both deserve a place in your private Toolbox, thus making this offered Toolbox a Premium kit at a bargain price. Comparing MacCleaner Pro 3 to CleanMyMac X, I feel this toolbox is much more sophisticated at its main tools and options available . It would become the best selling product if Nektony is able to included a virus protection tool running the same algorithm as Bitdefender. Still this may never be the makers desire, just to please me.

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1. System Junk Cleaning

• One of the standout features of Nektony MacCleaner Pro is its ability to clean up system junk. This includes temporary files, application caches, system logs, and other unnecessary data that can take up significant disk space.
• By cleaning out system junk, MacCleaner Pro helps to improve your Mac’s overall performance and free up storage space.

1. Large & Old Files Cleanup

• MacCleaner Pro allows you to find large files that are taking up unnecessary space on your Mac. You can filter files by size, date of creation, or last modification date to quickly identify those you no longer need.
• Additionally, the app can find old files that haven’t been accessed or modified in a long time, providing a way to declutter your Mac and optimize storage.

1. Duplicate File Finder

• As the name suggests, MacCleaner Pro includes a duplicate file finder tool that scans your Mac for duplicate documents, photos, music files, and more. It offers a convenient way to delete unnecessary duplicate files that often accumulate on your device without you realizing it.
• This tool also allows you to preview files before deletion, so you can be sure you’re removing exact duplicates without losing important files.

1. Large Photo & Video Cleaner

• If you have a large collection of photos and videos, MacCleaner Pro provides a specific tool for cleaning up media files. It can scan your Photos and iTunes libraries to identify large media files that are taking up valuable space.
• You can filter the files by size and remove unwanted media to streamline your collection, helping improve your Mac’s storage efficiency.

1. Uninstall Unwanted Apps

• In addition to cleaning up junk files and duplicates, MacCleaner Pro includes an app uninstaller. Unlike the built-in macOS uninstallation method, which often leaves behind residual files, MacCleaner Pro ensures that apps are removed completely, including all related data, such as preferences, caches, and logs.
• The uninstaller can also help you batch uninstall multiple apps at once, saving time compared to manually removing them one by one.

1. Real-time Memory Cleaner

• The memory cleaner feature helps users manage system resources by monitoring RAM usage in real-time. It can identify apps and processes consuming excessive memory and allow you to free up RAM with a single click, improving system speed and responsiveness.
• This feature is especially useful when running resource-heavy applications or having many apps open simultaneously.

1. Storage Optimization

• MacCleaner Pro provides a storage optimization tool that helps users manage and organize their disk space more efficiently. The tool allows you to see exactly what’s taking up space on your Mac, including system files, user files, and apps. It provides a breakdown of storage by file type, helping you identify areas where you can clear up space.

1. Smart Scan

• The Smart Scan feature is an intelligent tool that combines several of MacCleaner Pro’s cleaning functions into one. It scans your system for junk files, large files, duplicate files, and apps you may no longer need. The app then presents you with a summary of what can be removed, giving you the option to clean it all with one click.
• This makes the cleanup process fast and easy, saving you time while ensuring that no important files are left behind.

1. Disk Space Visualization

• The app provides a disk space visualization tool that gives you a clear, graphical representation of your Mac’s storage. It shows which folders, files, and apps are taking up the most space, allowing you to focus on the areas that require the most attention.

1. Privacy Protection

• MacCleaner Pro offers privacy protection features by removing sensitive data such as app logs, web browser caches, and browser histories. This is particularly useful for users who want to ensure that their private data remains secure and their browsing history is not stored on their device.

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1. System Impact

• Nektony MacCleaner Pro is optimized for macOS and runs smoothly without significant performance degradation. The system impact is minimal while the app is scanning or cleaning your Mac. During the actual cleaning process, the app runs efficiently in the background without affecting system speed.

1. Scanning Speed

• The scanning speed of MacCleaner Pro is relatively fast, and it can process large files and directories with ease. The time it takes to perform a full scan depends on the size of the files on your system, but overall, it’s quick compared to manual cleanup methods.

1. Ease of Use

• MacCleaner Pro is designed with user-friendliness in mind. Its interface is clean and intuitive, making it accessible even for beginners. The app categorizes all files that can be cleaned into clear sections, and the process of scanning and cleaning is straightforward.
• The one-click cleaning feature simplifies the process, allowing users to quickly optimize their system without needing to dive into the details.

1. Compatibility

• Nektony MacCleaner Pro supports macOS versions 10.10 (Yosemite) and later, ensuring that most Mac users can benefit from its features. The app works well on both Intel-based and Apple Silicon Macs, with no reported compatibility issues.

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Comprehensive System Cleanup	MacCleaner Pro offers a wide range of cleanup tools, from junk file removal to duplicate file detection and memory cleaning.
User-Friendly Interface	The interface is simple and intuitive, making it easy for users to navigate through the app’s various features.
Efficient Duplicate Finder	The duplicate file finder is one of the app’s best features.
Real-Time Memory Management	The real-time memory cleaner feature is a useful tool for those who often run resource-heavy apps or multitask.
Privacy Protection	MacCleaner Pro helps users protect their privacy by cleaning out logs, histories, and caches from web browsers and apps.
Free Up Storage Space	With the ability to scan and clean up large files, old files, and system junk.

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Pricing	While MacCleaner Pro is a powerful tool, it is a paid app, and its price may be a concern for some users. The full version requires a $39.95 one-time payment for a personal license.
Limited Free Version	The free version of the app provides only limited functionality.
Lack of Cloud Integration	While MacCleaner Pro does a great job of cleaning up local storage, it lacks direct integration with cloud storage platforms.
No Automated Cleanup	Unlike some competitors, MacCleaner Pro does not include an automated cleanup feature,

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• Personal License: $39.95 (one-time payment)
• Family License: $69.95 (for 3-5 users, one-time purchase)

A free trial is available with limited functionality (only scanning and previewing files).

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Nektony MacCleaner Pro is a comprehensive and powerful tool for maintaining and optimizing your Mac. With features like system junk cleanup, duplicate file removal, memory management, and app uninstallation, it provides users with a one-stop solution for cleaning up their Mac and improving system performance. The user-friendly interface, fast scanning speed, and privacy protection

features make it a valuable tool for anyone looking to optimize their Mac’s storage and performance.

The main downside is the pricing, as it may be considered high for users who are only looking for basic cleanup features. However, for those who require a comprehensive system optimization tool with advanced features, MacCleaner Pro is well worth the investment.

Pros:

• Comprehensive and efficient system cleanup
• User-friendly interface
• Real-time memory cleaner
• Duplicate file finder
• Privacy protection features

Cons:

• Paid product with limited free features
• No cloud storage integration
• No automated cleanup

https://nektony.com/mac-cleaner-pro