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Miranda NG vs Ripcord
Both stand on team chat apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Miranda NG offers broad protocol coverage in a free Windows desktop client with downloadable plugins and customization options. Its supported operating systems and some plugin requirements should be checked before installation.
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Ripcord offers a compact, customizable desktop client for Slack and Discord with unlimited history and low stated resource use. Its unlimited trial is useful for evaluation, but Slack payment and Discord’s account limit affect how it can be used.
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| Miranda NG | Ripcord | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Ripcord License: $20, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | miranda-ng.org | cancel.fm |
| On team chat apps | #47 of 63 | #43 of 63 |
Miranda NG: what it does well
- Free open-source Windows client
- Supports many messaging protocols
- Provides 32-bit and 64-bit downloads
- Plugins and languages can be added
- Includes detailed IRC features
What to know first
- Windows-only platform support
- DeltaChat plugin requires Windows 10 or newer
- DeltaChat also requires 64-bit Windows
Ripcord: what it does well
- Supports Slack and Discord channels
- Unlimited message history
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- No tracking or analytics
- License never expires
What to know first
- Slack features eventually require payment
- Discord allows only one online account
- Slack voice chat is still work in progress
- License use is limited to one person
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