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Nimbus vs AnyDesk
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Nimbus
5.0Standalone IRCCloud desktop client
AnyDesk
6.5Allows connection to a computer remotely
| Metric | Nimbus | AnyDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Communication | Communication |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 6.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 5 | 1.7K |
| 90-day Installs | 13 | 5.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 32 | 17.9K |
| Version | 0.8.0 | 9.7.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 152 | 260 |
| GitHub Forks | 15 | 37 |
| Open Issues | 5 | 4 |
| License | MIT | Unlicense |
| Language | Objective-C | Batchfile |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9y ago | 10mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 27, 2014 | Apr 24, 2017 |
Reviews
Nimbus
Nimbus is a standalone IRCCloud desktop client offering a dedicated IRC experience. It supports multiple networks and provides essential IRC features, ideal for users who prefer direct IRC access over browser-based solutions.
Nimbus connects to IRCCloud, enabling users to access IRC networks directly from their desktop.
Pros
- + Standalone client for direct IRC access
- + Supports multiple IRC networks
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - Inactive development since 2016
- - Niche audience due to IRC's limited popularity
AnyDesk
AnyDesk is a peer-to-peer remote desktop tool known for its low-latency connections and real-time screen sharing. It supports cross-platform use and benefits IT professionals and remote workers who need efficient and reliable access to remote systems.
Enables remote access to other computers via a P2P connection.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Low-latency specialized codec
- + Lightweight and efficient
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Recent security incidents