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KVIrc vs Halloy

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

KVIrc

6.0
Communication

IRC Client

Halloy

8.0
Communication

IRC client

Metric KVIrc Halloy
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.0 8.0
30-day Installs 9 280
90-day Installs 24 831
365-day Installs 116 2.9K
Version 5.2.10,Quasar 2026.6
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 285 3.9K
GitHub Forks 80 161
Open Issues 207 172
License GPL-2.0 GPL-3.0
Language C++ Rust
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen May 13, 2014 Apr 5, 2024

Reviews

KVIrc

KVIrc is a visual IRC client offering a user-friendly interface for chat. It supports channel management and customization, ideal for developers and power users seeking a reliable graphical IRC experience.

KVIrc connects to IRC networks, enabling users to participate in chat channels, send messages, and manage user interactions.

Pros

  • + Open-source with GPL-2.0 license
  • + Visual interface for enhanced user experience
  • + Active development and recent updates

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Niche usage with limited community support

Halloy

Halloy is a modern, sleek IRC client built with Rust, offering a cross-platform experience with a focus on simplicity and reliability. It's ideal for developers and IRC enthusiasts seeking a reliable and visually appealing chat application.

Halloy is a modern graphical IRC client that allows users to connect to IRC networks and communicate through channels and direct messages.

Pros

  • + Modern Rust-based design with a focus on performance and security
  • + Cross-platform availability with a consistent user experience
  • + Sleek and intuitive user interface

Cons

  • - Limited configuration options as noted in user feedback
  • - No auto-update feature