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nook · v1.2.3
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Minimal browser with a sidebar-first design
brew install --cask nook 27
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Install trend
Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v1.2.34d ago1.2.2→1.2.3
6d ago1.2.1→1.2.2
10d ago1.2.0→1.2.1
11d ago1.1.1→1.2.0
24d ago1.1.0→1.1.1
26d ago1.0.7→1.1.0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Nook is a minimal browser with a unique sidebar-first design, offering a clean and efficient browsing experience. Its focus on simplicity and customization makes it ideal for users seeking an alternative to traditional browsers.
Nook is a browser that prioritizes a sidebar-first design, providing a streamlined and customizable web browsing experience.
Maturity: The project is actively maintained with regular updates and a strong GitHub presence, indicating good health and development activity.
Community: The most recent Hacker News discussion highlights positive reception, suggesting interest in the browser's innovative approach.
Pros
- + Unique sidebar-first design enhances navigation and organization
- + Minimal interface reduces clutter and enhances focus
- + Actively maintained with a strong developer community support
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature may require manual checks for updates
- - Limited community discussion outside of Hacker News
Community Mentions
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Dec 2025 Nook Browser
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Apr 2020 Show HN: Tom Nook's Laptop
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Jun 2012 Nookd
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Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown