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Magic Wormhole vs Blip: catalog facts
Magic Wormhole	Blip
Free Free and open source.	Free Free to download; the homepage does not mention paid plans.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Short human-readable codes instead of links or keys End-to-end encrypted transfers	No file size limits Resumes after interruptions
Command-line only, no graphical interface Both sides must have a compatible client installed	Closed source Both sender and recipient need the app
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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