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aMule vs BitComet
Both stand on peer-to-peer file sharing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3
aMule combines file sharing across two networks with search controls, integrity checks, and several remote operation methods. Network access matters: blocked ports can sharply reduce performance, and the documentation says they need to be opened and forwarded.
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Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5
BitComet combines several download protocols with task controls, video preview, and remote access. Its free license is for private, personal, non-commercial use.
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| aMule | BitComet | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | amule-org.github.io | bitcomet.com |
| On peer-to-peer file sharing software | #1 of 36 | #4 of 36 |
aMule: what it does well
- Connects to eD2k and Kademlia simultaneously.
- Search supports filters and AND, OR, and NOT operators.
- ICH and AICH checks can repair corrupted chunks.
- Offers remote GUI, REST API, browser UI, and CLI.
- Headless daemon can run on servers, NAS devices, or VPS instances.
What to know first
- Blocked ports can greatly reduce performance.
- Magnet handling is limited to eD2k-compatible links.
- Network interface binding is unavailable on BSD.
BitComet: what it does well
- Supports Magnet Links, HTTP Seeding, and DHT.
- Can preview video while it downloads.
- Offers global and per-task speed limits.
- Mobile app can connect through NAT or a firewall.
What to know first
- Free license is limited to non-commercial personal use.
- Windows ICF and ICS configuration is a listed network feature.
- Docker images are listed for GUI and WebUI.
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