# Igloo Classic — The chillest IRC client

> Modern IRC client with iCloud synced downloads and advanced bouncer support. (iPhone/iPad app by Eskimo Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igloo-classic/id1545797402 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eskimo Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037652122)
- Category: Social Networking, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 228 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 31 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-01-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igloo-classic/id1545797402/reviews.md

## What is Igloo Classic?

Igloo is a modern IRC client that supports lots of IRCv3 extensions and works flawlessly with all your favorite networks like Freenode, Libera, Snoonet, Rizon, EFnet, and all others. It has a very simple UI and lots of great themes to choose from. It is the only IRC client on iOS to support DCC/XDCC downloads that get synced right to iCloud Drive so you can access them on your iPhone/iPad in the Files app or on your macOS computer right in a folder called "Igloo". We've also added some extra modifications to improve your experience when using a bouncer such as ZNC, and we even support the IRCCloud bouncer.

This client has it all! If you think of something we haven't please let use know and we'll add it!

Key Features:
• SSL/TLS
• SASL Authentication
• ZNC Integration (with push module https://znc.iglooirc.com) 
• DCC/XDCC support (receiving only)
• File/Image/Audio/Video sharing (via Arxius.io, Imgur.com, or your own custom host)
• FaceID/TouchID protection option
• Input completion for channels, nicks, commands and emoji shortcodes
• Now playing script with support for Apple Music and Spotify
• Inline nick coloring
• Inline media
• Full formatting and colors
• IRCv3 Compliant
• Pretty themes

Have questions/comments/suggestions? 
• #igloo on freenode
• contact@iglooirc.com

## Key features

- IRCv3 extensions support
- DCC/XDCC downloads synced to iCloud Drive
- ZNC bouncer integration
- Modern UI with themes
- SSL/TLS and SASL authentication
- FaceID/TouchID protection
- Input completion and inline media

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Giant Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade | $6.99 | one-time |
| Converted License | Free | one-time |


## What do users think of Igloo Classic?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy IRC setup
- 🚀 Fast reconnection
- 👍 Straightforward interface
- 👍 Good ZNC support
- 👍 Worth the purchase
- 👍 Daily use functionality
- 👍 Modern UI compared to others
- 👍 Good for replacing PC use
- 👍 Works well on iPad
- 👍 Well-organized
- 👍 Solid features
- 👍 Great customer service
- 👍 Active development
- 👍 Thoughtful features
- 👍 Great design
- 👍 Functional and tight
- 👍 Easy interface
- 👍 No privacy concerns
- 👍 Best IRC client on iOS
- 👍 Good for beginners
- 👍 Works perfectly for Voice Control users

**Cons**

- 💰 Dark theme is a paid feature
- 👎 Channel panel not always openable in portrait
- 👎 Split View support removed
- 🐛 Keyboard issues on iPad
- 👎 Download location not changeable
- 🐛 Keyboard covers typing area on iPad
- 🐛 Keyboard not showing up on iPad
- 👎 Paid users tracked
- 👎 Developer hostile/arguing
- 👎 Lacks block and report options
- 👎 Cannot upload images (paid)
- 🐛 Theme doesn't save
- 👎 Upgrade process unclear
- 🐛 NickServ login doesn't work
- 🐛 Error joining channels
- 🐛 App freezes with high activity
- 👎 Forced upgrade with no backup
- 👎 Old app broken, new app requires payment
- 👎 Essential features hidden behind paywall
- 👎 Paid for old app, forced to pay again

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Keyboard doesn't work or covers typing area on M2 iPad
- Keyboard not showing up on iPad (especially with Bluetooth keyboard)
- Input box sometimes hidden when Bluetooth keyboard is connected
- App crashes on file transfer prompt
- App freezes and barely functions with high channel activity
- Theme setting does not save
- Error when trying to join channels
- NickServ login/identification not working for paid users

**Most requested features**

- Allow channel panel to stay open in portrait mode
- List channel names at the top with horizontal scroll
- Add Split View support back
- Allow changing download location
- Add block and report options
- Allow image uploads for paid users
- Save selected theme
- Improve NickServ login functionality
- Provide more meaningful error messages
- Add a sound notification for mentions
- Allow users to change background colors in free version
- Improve keyboard functionality on iPad
- Add dark mode to free version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 52)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igloo-classic/id1545797402/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2024-02-21*

This app is a life changer for IRC and me. When I got it, I expected it to be riddled by pay-to-win features, but turns out it wasn’t. There is still a ‘pro’ option, like a typical freemium business, but I can access my IRC of choice easily. When I first opened the app and saw ‘Port, host name, client, invalid certificate, etc.’, I groaned because in the past, those have been confusing and backfired constantly. Not this time. I toggled some switches and googled the hostname and I was good to go. 10/10 would recommend.

### 1/5 — Inaccessible

*2023-06-21*

Dark Theme should not be a paid feature, as dark backgrounds are a necessity for people with vision issues. Capitalizing on accessibility issues by forcing those who need a dark background to pay for it in order to even test the app - since a white background fails accessibility guidelines - is highly unethical and should be reconsidered.

Any response other than "agreed" by the developer will land this app featured in a case study on unethical UX design to a wide audience on a popular tech publication. Cheers

**Developer response:** The app used to be a fully paid app, the new free version is essentially a demo.

### 3/5 — Can't keep channel panel open in portrait mode

*2023-06-17*

I wish either the channel names were either listed at the top with horizontal scroll like my Androud client or it would let me keep channel panel open in portrait mode. Without these options, it's difficult to know when new messages have come in and easily switch channels.

**Developer response:** There is a feature you can enable to swipe through channels which you may like. If you swipe left or right in the center of the chat view you'll go through the channels, otherwise, if you swipe from the far left or far right you'll still get to see the channel/user lists.

It's really hard to support what everybody imagines for an IRC client in one single app and especially on a tiny screen compared to desktop.

### 5/5 — The BEST iOS IRC Client

*2023-06-03*

Igloo is by far the best IRC client for iOS and is worth the purchase. The channel management, straightforward interface, and ZNC support are excellent. Apple unfortunately restricts background network activity which is no fault of Igloo, but it reconnects very quickly. ZNC or another bouncer highly recommended.

### 5/5 — Love when an app just works

*2023-05-21*

Quickest 7 bucks I ever spent on an app to get some dope functionality

**Developer response:** Glad you like it :)

### 5/5 — Best IRC client on ios

*2023-02-20, version 2.1.8*

Use it daily. Connect to a znc bouncer with multiple networks. Worth it!

### 5/5 — kudos, 10/10

*2023-01-31, version 2.1.8*

was looking for an IRC client that can download files and this worked perfectly with a one time payment of $6. compared to other IRC apps on the market, the UI doesn’t look like it’s from 2008. 

also loved reading the dev’s response to some silly goofy reviews lol.

**Developer response:** Glad you like the app and the review responses :P

### 3/5 — Removed Split View support

*2023-01-23, version 2.1.8*

A “modern” app without Split View support?   Stage Manager may be used for multi-tasking, but with very limited window sizing options for Igloo.  Split View provided better functionality.

**Developer response:** Unfortunately this is an unintended result of a fix for everyone complaining about stage manager not working on iPad. It seems it's one or the other and honestly, stage manager seems way better since you can open many apps, resize, and place igloo wherever you want.

### 2/5 — Keyboard doesn’t work on M2 iPad 12.9

*2022-12-30, version 2.1.7*

The keyboard either doesn’t work or covers up the area you type in. Very frustrating.

### 4/5 — Almost perfect

*2022-12-30, version 2.1.7*

This app does everything I need it to and it saves me from having to fire up my pc to use irc. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars is that I can’t change the location of my downloads or set a new default location.

**Developer response:** I've considered it but it's just too much effort for a super niche thing in the current setup. There is a full rewrite of Igloo that was started a while back that may get released one day, it'll be much easier to implement things like this there.

## Frequently asked questions about Igloo Classic

### What is Igloo Classic?

Igloo Classic is a modern IRC client designed for iOS devices. It offers a clean user interface with customizable themes and supports a wide range of IRCv3 extensions for enhanced chat experiences. It is compatible with popular IRC networks like Freenode, Libera, and Snoonet.

### How does Igloo Classic handle downloads?

This IRC client supports DCC/XDCC downloads, allowing you to receive files directly. These downloads are automatically synced to your iCloud Drive, making them accessible on your iPhone, iPad, and macOS devices through the Files app or a dedicated folder.

### Does Igloo Classic support bouncers?

Yes, Igloo Classic has specific modifications to improve the experience when using bouncers like ZNC, including support for its push module. It also offers compatibility with the IRCCloud bouncer for continuous connectivity.

### Is Igloo Classic free to use?

Yes, Igloo Classic is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a completely free IRC client for users.

### What platforms is Igloo Classic available on?

Based on the description, Igloo Classic is an IRC client for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad. Files downloaded via DCC/XDCC can also be accessed on macOS computers.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.5 — 2024-05-07

Fixed the discount claiming issue for the new Igloo for the remaining few people.

If you're still having trouble, please verify all of the following steps before contacting support:
1. You've installed this update Igloo Classic 2.2.5
2. You've ran Igloo Classic since updating to 2.2.5
3. You've verified Igloo Classic has the Pro Upgrade activated either via a license or by restoring the in-app purchase
4. You've opened the new Igloo and hit Claim Discount

### 2.2.4 — 2024-05-07

Fix for people who purchased via the Igloo website to claim the discount in the new Igloo.

Make sure you open this before trying to claim the discount on the new Igloo, just updating isn't enough.

### 2.2.3 — 2024-05-07

Fixed an accidental removal of this from our app group which prevented some users from being able to claim the discount in the new Igloo.

### 2.2.2 — 2024-05-05

Bug fixes

### 2.2.1 — 2024-02-19

• Fixed DCC

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*