Rocket.Chat

rocket-chat · v4.18.3 • auto-updates

8.0

Official desktop client for Rocket.Chat

Communication macOS 12+ Homepage →

brew install --cask rocket-chat

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Install trend

Trust Score 7/10

✓ Open source (MIT) +3

✗ Active development +0

✓ Licensed +1

✓ Auto-updates +1

✓ Not deprecated +1

✓ Established (>1yr) +1

✗ Low installs +0

Version History

v4.18.3

3d ago4.18.2→4.18.3

7d ago4.18.1→4.18.2

8d ago4.18.0→4.18.1

9d ago4.17.4→4.18.0

16d ago4.17.3→4.17.4

22d ago4.17.2→4.17.3

25d ago4.17.1→4.17.2

1mo ago4.17.0→4.17.1

1mo ago4.16.0→4.17.0

2mo ago4.15.6→4.16.0

+ 9 older versions

Review

Mar 10, 2026

Rocket.Chat is a secure and interoperable communication platform that integrates with the Matrix protocol, offering encrypted messaging for teams and organizations. Its official desktop client provides a seamless experience for real-time chat and collaboration.

Provides a desktop client for Rocket.Chat, enabling real-time messaging and team collaboration.

Maturity: The project is active with frequent updates and a strong community following, though there are notable open issues.

Community: Hacker News discussions highlight Rocket.Chat's integration with the Matrix protocol, emphasizing its role in secure and interoperable communications. The community shows interest in its features and security aspects.