RobustIRC

IRC without netsplits, a distributed IRC server

About RobustIRC

RobustIRC is a free, open-source IRC server designed to eliminate netsplits. Instead of fragile server links, its nodes form a distributed system using the Raft consensus algorithm and the RobustSession protocol, so clients stay connected and keep their session even when individual servers fail or the network partitions. Standard IRC clients connect through a bridge. RobustIRC is aimed at IRC operators and distributed-systems enthusiasts who want chat infrastructure that tolerates failures gracefully by design.

RobustIRC website preview

Live preview of robustirc.net via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.

RobustIRC: strengths & things to check

Strengths

Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
Covers irc, distributed, chat, server — 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 565 tools in the Communication & Collaboration 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.

RobustIRC 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	robustirc.net

RobustIRC key facts

Category: Communication & Collaboration
Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas: irc, distributed, chat, server
Official site: robustirc.net

RobustIRC FAQ

How much does RobustIRC 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 (robustirc.net).

What is RobustIRC used for?

IRC without netsplits, a distributed IRC server Its focus areas in the Communication & Collaboration category: irc, distributed, chat, server.

Where can I try RobustIRC?

On its official site, robustirc.net — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.

RobustIRC vs alternatives

	RobustIRC	Ergo	InspIRCd	AdiIRC
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	irc, distributed, chat, server	irc, chat, server, self hosted, open source	irc, chat, server, self hosted	irc, windows, portable, chat
Official site	robustirc.net	ergo.chat	inspircd.org	adiirc.com
Directory status	Listed	Listed	Listed	Listed

Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.

About the Communication & Collaboration category

Chat, video meetings, and messaging apps that keep teams connected. The Communication & Collaboration category on Tools Hub currently lists 565 tools. Alongside RobustIRC, it includes ZNC, FreePBX, Kamailio, Yeti Switch.

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Alternatives to RobustIRC

Tools in the same Communication & Collaboration category that share focus areas with RobustIRC — worth comparing before you commit:

Communication & Collaboration

Ergo

Modern IRC server software for communities

Freeircchatserverself-hosted

Communication & Collaboration

InspIRCd

Modular Internet Relay Chat server written in C++

Freeircchatserverself-hosted

Communication & Collaboration

AdiIRC

Free, portable IRC client for Windows

Freeircwindowsportablechat

Communication & Collaboration

HexChat

IRC client based on XChat for desktops

Freeircchatclientdesktop

Communication & Collaboration

Kiwi IRC

A web IRC client you can use easily and freely

Freeircweb-clientchatopen-source

Communication & Collaboration

mIRC

Classic Windows IRC client with powerful scripting

Paidircwindowsscriptingchat

More in Communication & Collaboration

Comparing tools in the Communication & Collaboration category? These related listings are worth a look: ZNC — An advanced IRC bouncer that keeps you connected; FreePBX — Web-based open-source GUI for managing Asterisk phone systems; Kamailio — The open-source SIP server for large real-time communication services.