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exatorrent vs rqbit: catalog facts
exatorrentrqbit
Free

Free and open source.

Free

Free and open source.

Web, Self-hosted Web, Self-hosted, Command line
  • Multi-user support on one instance
  • Web interface reachable from any browser
  • HTTP API for scripting and automation
  • Web interface and desktop app
  • Needs a server to set up and maintain
  • Smaller project than mainstream clients
  • Fewer features than long-established clients
  • Configuration is aimed at technical users
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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