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ripcord · v0.4.29
3
5.0
Desktop chat client for Slack (and Discord)
brew install --cask ripcord 3
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Ripcord is a desktop chat client for Slack and Discord, offering a cross-platform experience with features like real-time chat and notifications. It benefits users seeking an alternative interface or integration options.
Provides a desktop interface for real-time communication on Slack and Discord.
Maturity: The project shows recent activity but has low GitHub engagement, indicating moderate development health.
Community: Hacker News mentions highlight its popularity and a past controversy regarding workplace issues, with no significant discussion on Reddit.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for Slack and Discord
- + Real-time notifications and chat functionality
- + Potential alternative UI benefits
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may pose security risks
- - Community concerns from past controversies
Community Mentions
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