Streaming torrent client for the web browser and desktop
qBittorrent
Open-source BitTorrent client aiming to replace uTorrent
About qBittorrent
qBittorrent is a free, open-source BitTorrent client that runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD and OS/2 with the same feature set everywhere. It offers a polished interface, integrated torrent search, RSS support with filters, magnet links, DHT, encryption, bandwidth scheduling and remote control through a web UI. It suits anyone who wants a capable, ad-free torrent client maintained by volunteers.
qBittorrent website preview
Live preview of qbittorrent.org via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
qBittorrent: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers torrent, download, p2p, open source, cross platform — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
- Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.
Things to check
- Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
- Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
- It is one of 879 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.
Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.
qBittorrent pricing
| Pricing model | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
|---|---|
| Free access | Yes — fully free |
| Current plan prices | Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale. |
| Official site | qbittorrent.org |
qBittorrent key facts
- Category: Utilities & Security
- Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
- Focus areas: torrent, download, p2p, open source, cross platform
- Official site: qbittorrent.org
qBittorrent FAQ
How much does qBittorrent cost?
Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (qbittorrent.org).
What is qBittorrent used for?
Open-source BitTorrent client aiming to replace uTorrent Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: torrent, download, p2p, open source, cross platform.
Where can I try qBittorrent?
On its official site, qbittorrent.org — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
qBittorrent vs alternatives
| qBittorrent | WebTorrent | aria2 | BiglyBT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
| Focus areas | torrent, download, p2p, open source, cross platform | torrent, p2p, streaming, webrtc, open source | download, cli, torrent | torrent, open source, plugins |
| Official site | qbittorrent.org | webtorrent.io | aria2.github.io | biglybt.com |
| Directory status | Listed | Listed | Listed | Listed |
Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.
About the Utilities & Security category
Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 879 tools. Alongside qBittorrent, it includes Chibisafe, Safebucket, Filestash, Crafty Controller.
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