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nimbus · v0.8.0 • deprecated

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Standalone IRCCloud desktop client

brew install --cask nimbus
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Trust Score 5/10
Open source (MIT) +3
Active development +0
Licensed +1
No auto-updates +0
Deprecated +0
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Nimbus is a standalone IRCCloud desktop client offering a dedicated IRC experience. It supports multiple networks and provides essential IRC features, ideal for users who prefer direct IRC access over browser-based solutions.

Nimbus connects to IRCCloud, enabling users to access IRC networks directly from their desktop.

Maturity: The project appears mature but inactive, with no updates since 2016, raising concerns about future support.

Community: No direct community discussion about the app was found, though other Nimbus projects have sparked interest on Hacker News.

Pros

  • + Standalone client for direct IRC access
  • + Supports multiple IRC networks
  • + Open-source with MIT license

Cons

  • - Inactive development since 2016
  • - Niche audience due to IRC's limited popularity
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Objective-CLast commit: Dec 17, 2016

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