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Discord vs Qtcord: catalog facts
Discord	Qtcord
Freemium Free to use, with an optional Nitro subscription.	Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.
Windows, iOS, Web	Linux
Drop-in voice channels without placing calls Low-latency screen and game streaming	Native Qt interface without a webview Lighter than the official Electron client
Proprietary and centrally hosted Some features sit behind the Nitro subscription	Unofficial client; use may violate Discord's terms Described by its developer as a side project
Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
Account needed	Account needed
Needs internet	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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