Smarter Trash Control
Empty the Trash or inspect it instantly from any app using customizable, global keyboard shortcuts
Customizable Desktop Trashes
Add a movable Trash can on your Desktop (or on an attached display); choose from 8 styles in 5 different sizes or even add your own!
See Trash-item Counts
Display the number of items in the Trash without opening it (Apple took away this feature, now you can bring it back); item counts are synchronized with the macOS Dock, so changes in one trash are reflected in the other
Auto‑Empty The Trash
Schedule emptying intervals from 30 minutes to daily; no manual cleanup needed
Trash Buddy Plus in Action
Multiple Trash styles
Trash Buddy Plus supports a variety of different Trash styles
Empty Trash with a custom shortcut
Use custom Trash can styles and inspect or empty the Trash using custom keyboard shortcuts
Flexible layout
Freely position the Desktop Trash can on virtually any screen
Compare Free vs Licensed Version
| Feature | Free (Unregistered) | Licensed ($3.99) |
|---|---|---|
| Global Keyboard Shortcuts | ||
| Desktop Trash Can Overlay | ||
| Trash Styles & Sizes | 4 styles & 3 sizes | 8 styles & 5 sizes + a custom style |
| Trash Item Counter | ||
| Custom Drag into Trash Sound | ||
| Scheduled Auto-Emptying | ||
| Startup Nag Screen | Time-delayed prompt | None (Removed) |
| Updates & Support | Lifetime |