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Chatty vs Ripcord

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Chatty

7.0
Communication

Twitch chat client

Ripcord

5.0
Communication

Desktop chat client for Slack (and Discord)

Metric Chatty Ripcord
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 7.0 5.0
30-day Installs 5 4
90-day Installs 19 9
365-day Installs 71 49
Version 0.28 0.4.29
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 887 4
GitHub Forks 175 -
Open Issues 196 -
License GPL-3.0 NOASSERTION
Language Java
Last GitHub Commit 4mo ago 2y ago
First Seen May 8, 2016 Aug 22, 2018

Reviews

Chatty

Chatty is a Twitch chat client that offers a sleek and customizable interface for interacting with Twitch streams. It supports multiple channels, emotes, and chat features, making it ideal for streamers and viewers looking for an enhanced Twitch experience.

Chatty is a Twitch chat client designed to enhance interaction with Twitch streams through a user-friendly interface.

Pros

  • + Open-source and customizable interface
  • + Supports multiple Twitch channels and features
  • + Active development with regular updates

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Some users reported high CPU usage in the past

Ripcord

Ripcord 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.

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