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Textual vs Konversation: catalog facts
Textual	Konversation
Paid Sold directly by the developer; no longer available in the Mac App Store.	Free Free KDE community software.
macOS	Windows, Linux
Native macOS interface with dark and light modes IRCv3, IPv6 and client certificate support	Beginner-friendly interface with deep configuration DCC file transfers and direct chats
macOS only, requiring Monterey or later Paid, and no longer in the Mac App Store	No macOS or mobile version Fits best on a KDE Plasma desktop
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Needs internet	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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