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nimbus · v0.8.0 • deprecated
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5.0
Standalone IRCCloud desktop client
brew install --cask nimbus 5
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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, 2026Nimbus 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
Community Mentions
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