Best Irc Chat Apps

3.7😐(119 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This IRC client has been completely re-engineered for enhanced performance and stability. It offers a refined user experience with a redesigned interface, simultaneous file transfers, and optimized bouncer integration. Enjoy secure communication, versatile file sharing, and extensive customization options.

What We Love

🎨 Clean, minimalistic, and modern interface
🚀 Fast and responsive app performance
🔗 Seamless bouncer integration with IRCv3 support
📱 Best IRC client available for iOS/iPadOS
💬 Active developer with responsive support
💳 Flexible pricing with one-time purchase option
🔄 Regular updates and continuous development
⚙️ Highly customizable settings and themes
🛠️ Developer actively considers user feedback
📲 Push notifications for IRC highlights

Room to Improve

💰 Expensive pricing compared to competitors
🔄 Forced upgrade from previous version with license non-transfer
😤 Developer has dismissive and snarky attitude in responses
📵 Cannot stay connected in background (Apple limitation)
🚫 Misleading 'free' app store listing (trial only)
⚠️ Previous app version disabled to force upgrade
🔐 Deceptive licensing practices and bait-and-switch tactics
🎯 Missing features compared to classic version
📧 Requires emailing developer for license upgrades instead of automated process
🔔 Misuse of push notifications for promotional giveaways

LimeChat - IRC Client by Satoshi Nakagawa

Worth Considering

3.1😐(11 ratings)

$4.99

#33in Social Networking

This app provides a comprehensive IRC chat experience on mobile devices. It offers quick navigation, message highlighting, and support for multiple servers and channels. Enjoy seamless communication with features like automatic authentication and a built-in browser for links.

What We Love

🚀 Fast and lightweight IRC client
👍 Clean, intuitive, and simple user interface
🔒 Supports SSL connections and security features
📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad
🎯 Reliable and stable performance
⚙️ Multiple server and channel support
🔐 SASL authentication support
🎨 Minimal, elegant design
⚡ Quick connection to IRC servers
🔄 Auto-join and auto-command features

Room to Improve

🐛 Keyboard jumping/positioning issues on iOS
🔌 Disconnects when app is backgrounded
🐛 Connection drops on WiFi and VPN
❌ No background connectivity/refresh
🐛 Scrolling issues after sending messages
⌨️ No keyboard support for external/hardware keyboards
👁️ Poor accessibility for visually impaired users
🎨 No color text support in messages
📋 Bare-bones feature set
💬 No push notifications
🔍 No channel search functionality
⚠️ Crashes with multitasking
🐛 Keyboard doesn't appear on some devices
💰 Expensive for feature set ($5)

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The modern way to IRC

Modern and customizable interfaceMultilingual support (5 languages)Innovative permissions system

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$1.99

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