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kvirc · v5.2.10,Quasar • deprecated
5
6.0
IRC Client
brew install --cask kvirc 5
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Install trend
Trust Score 5/10
✓ Open source (GPL-2.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026KVIrc is a visual IRC client offering a user-friendly interface for chat. It supports channel management and customization, ideal for developers and power users seeking a reliable graphical IRC experience.
KVIrc connects to IRC networks, enabling users to participate in chat channels, send messages, and manage user interactions.
Maturity: The project is active with recent updates, though it has a significant number of open issues indicating ongoing development.
Community: Community discussion is limited, with sparse mentions on Hacker News and Reddit, suggesting a niche user base.
Pros
- + Open-source with GPL-2.0 license
- + Visual interface for enhanced user experience
- + Active development and recent updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Niche usage with limited community support
Community Mentions
reddit
Jan 2024 KVIrc 5.2.0 "Quasar" released
hackernews
Dec 2023 Kvirc.net – The Visual IRC Client
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown