What would stop you from trying BuildSweeper (https://buildsweeper.com) this month? Be specific about how you handle this today. Also say the maximum you would pay per month in USD (0 if nothing).

Hugh O'Connerneutral

Right now, I'm meticulously managing DerivedData, simulator states, and Swift Package caches by hand, documenting our team's specific cleanup steps in our internal wiki. It's time-consuming but ensures we're all on the same page. What stops me from trying BuildSweeper this month is a lack of information on its pricing structure. I'd need to see a clear monthly subscription cost to consider it. If it offers solid value and integrates well, I might consider paying up to $10 per month.

Simulated interest: 50/100

Jeannie Abernathyneutral

The primary thing that would stop me from trying BuildSweeper this month is its availability only on the Apple Store. I'm currently on macOS 13, and the requirements state macOS 14 or later. I'd prefer to test it out before committing to an upgrade. My current process involves a custom shell alias, which is quite effective at clearing Xcode derived data, SPM caches, and simulator leftovers across my Flutter, iOS, and macOS projects. It’s a quick, automated step I trust. If it were compatible with my current OS, I might consider paying up to $7 per month, given the potential time savings, but only after a thorough trial.

Simulated interest: 30/100

Lilly Stolzneutral

This looks like a useful tool for managing disk space, especially with the variety of development ecosystems it supports. However, right now, we have a meticulously maintained spreadsheet and checklist that guides my team through clearing DerivedData and other caches. It's an in-house process, and honestly, it works well enough for our bi-weekly releases. I'd be hesitant to introduce a new tool without a clear, significant improvement or automation beyond what we already do. I'd need to see how it handles specific Xcode cache cleaning and if it integrates seamlessly without adding more overhead. For now, I wouldn't pay for it.

Simulated interest: 20/100

Aymeric Duvalnegative

As a solo developer, I'm very hands-on with my machine. I already have a routine where I manually delete build outputs from Finder. While BuildSweeper's features like "Scan your project folders" and "Clean the global cache" sound convenient, they don't offer enough unique value over my current process to justify the cost. The automated detection of project types and global caches is interesting, but I'm not sure it's significantly faster than what I do now. The product page doesn't clearly outline its pricing structure beyond a monthly subscription basis, which makes it difficult to assess the cost. Given my current workflow and financial pragmatism, I wouldn't pay for this. $0 per month.

Simulated interest: 20/100

Sarala Naikneutral

My primary concern would be the time it takes to integrate a new tool and ensure it doesn't negatively impact our current, meticulously organized artifact management system. We've had intermittent failures in the past due to inconsistent environments, so I'm very cautious about introducing anything that could further complicate things. Today, I manually manage caches and artifacts by systematically clearing DerivedData and other Xcode caches using scripts I've developed. It's a process that ensures reproducibility, which is paramount. I'd need to see a clear benefit and ease of integration to consider switching. Regarding pricing, I'm not sure what to expect, but for a tool that genuinely simplifies my workflow and saves me significant manual effort without introducing risk, I'd be willing to pay up to $10 per month.

Simulated interest: 60/100

Pedro Lynchneutral

This looks pretty interesting. Right now, when I need to clean up build artifacts and caches, I usually dive into the Terminal and run a few commands. It's not the most user-friendly process, and I sometimes have to look up the specific commands, which I then share with our junior dev. Having something that automates that and provides a visual scan would definitely save time. I'm not sure about the exact pricing structure, but if it's a one-time purchase or a low monthly subscription, I might consider it. Let's say, a maximum of $5 per month sounds reasonable for something that saves me time and potentially prevents issues down the line.

Simulated interest: 60/100

Bob Stehrneutral

BuildSweeper looks like it could cut down on the manual cleanup I’m currently doing before builds, but I’ve got a few hesitations. Currently, I script most of this redundant cleanup, so I’d need to see if BuildSweeper integrates with those scripts or replaces them entirely. The auto-detection of ecosystems like iOS and CocoaPods is useful, but I’d want certainty it won’t accidentally remove anything critical. The reliance on a GUI might slow me down compared to my terminal workflow. I’d also want to audit their Mac security-scoped access—safety is non-negotiable. At most, I’d consider $10/month, but only if it proves foolproof and script-friendly. Maybe this is worth a trial, but I’m wary of introducing yet another tool into the mix.

Simulated interest: 35/100

Alberto Jasso Velaneutral

My current approach involves DevCleaner, which I find quite adequate for my daily needs. Additionally, I've developed custom shell scripts to handle the specific requirements of my clients, especially when dealing with legacy code or unique build environments. This hybrid system works well for me, as I prefer established, proven tools alongside bespoke solutions for particular issues. I would need to see significant, quantifiable improvements in efficiency or a reduction in manual effort beyond what I currently achieve to justify adopting a new tool. The pricing model is a monthly subscription, but the specific amount isn't clear from the provided information. For a tool like this, I would consider paying up to $5 per month if it demonstrated a clear and consistent time-saving benefit.

Simulated interest: 30/100

Marcus van de Veenneutral

This month? Well, we're currently in the midst of a major refactor for a critical module, which is consuming all our focused energy and development bandwidth. My primary concern right now is ensuring that refactor goes smoothly and doesn't introduce regressions. Today, my team and I manage disk space by periodically running manual cleanup scripts and more often than not, simply deleting large `node_modules` folders and letting `npm install` rebuild them. For simulator caches, it's a similar manual process of identifying and deleting. It's tedious and time-consuming, but it's what we have established. Regarding pricing, the page mentions it's a subscription but doesn't state a price. Without knowing the monthly cost, I can't give a specific figure, but I'd be hesitant to pay more than $10 per month given our current budget constraints.

Simulated interest: 40/100

Lal Kapoorneutral

This BuildSweeper tool sounds promising for addressing the time we spend on manual cleanup of build artifacts. Currently, I alternate between manual steps and a few homegrown scripts, which can be time-consuming. The ability to scan project folders and global caches automatically would save significant effort. However, I would need to understand how it integrates with our specific development environment, especially since we build internal iPad tools, and if it can handle our custom setups. Also, the product page doesn't specify the pricing clearly; it mentions a USD per month subscription basis, but no actual price is listed. I'd be willing to pay around $10 per month if it proves effective and easy to manage for my team.

Simulated interest: 60/100