mIRC: 3 alternative programs compared

With mIRC you chat in special chat rooms. In this practical tip, we have summarized the best alternative programs for Internet Relay Chat for you.

1. mIRC alternative: ChatZilla

Features: You install ChatZilla directly in the Firefox browser and then start looking for the right chat room. Then you can start right away.
Handling: After installation, enter a topic to find the right room. Then customize your name, font and color to get started.
Language: A German translation is available for the AddOn.
Conclusion: Interesting for users of Mozilla Firefox, since no other program needs to be installed.
Download: ChatZilla (free)

Functions: In addition to the known functions of the channels, you can individually adjust the font and color of this IRC client. You can also connect to multiple servers at the same time.
Handling: When you start for the first time, enter the channel you want to connect to and then you can start right away.
Language: The program is completely in German.
Conclusion: Successful alternative with a lot of features and in German.
For download: NetTalk (free)

Features: Find the right channel or topic and chat with other people.
Handling: On the left side of the program you will find the channels, alternatively you can also enter a direct URL above. The current users are displayed on the right-hand side.
Language: The program also comes in English.
Conclusion: very easy to use and a completely open source free software.
For download: HexChat (free and open source)

If you use Mozilla Firefox, we recommend ChatZilla because you can chat directly from the browser.
Otherwise, NetTalk is a good choice - especially for beginners. The program comes in German and has numerous interesting features.
If you are proficient in the English language, you can also use HexChat. This also comes with all the necessary features, and is also open-source and cleverly designed.

In our next practical tip, we have summarized the most important IRC commands for you.