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Quassel IRC vs ZNC

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Quassel IRCZNC
LanguageC++C++
LicenceOtherApache-2.0
Stars7922.1k
Latest0.14.0znc-1.10.3
Last push2026-06-272026-10-17
Release cadenceabout 571 days between releasestoo few releases
Active contributors0 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace IRCCloud. Alternatives to IRCCloud →

    Full replacementQuassel IRCA core that stays connected to IRC and keeps the backlog, with desktop and mobile clients that attach to it.

    PartialZNCBouncer that stays connected and replays buffers; bring your own IRC client.