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Pros
Pro It has all needed features
It works perfectly with Windows 10, has all the needed functions like:
1 - handle all irc:// links.
2 - start with windows.
3 - start minimized.
4 - close to tray icon when pressing X(close button).
5 - it can open all the channels in one window or open each channel in new windows (it is up to you).
6 - tons of options to pick up from.
Pro Portable
A portable version is also available in the download section. It can be run without installation allowing it to be run off of external devices such as USB sticks.
Pro Built-in spell checker
Spellcheck for over 120 different languages is available. Full list of languages can be found here.
Pro Non-disruptive installation
Configurations, scripts and snippets are saved within the installation folder, allowing you to easily move them to a different installation. It also means that nothing is changed in your system.
Does not create registry keys.
Does not create any other folder than it's own on any other location.
Even when the installer is used, you can make it portable by just moving the folder around, don't need to worry about anything else.
Pro Multi language interface
GUI translation available in several languages with contribution by users around the globe in an online web interface found here.
Cons
Con Bugs and Crashes
Because of it's tons of features and options it has bugs, nothing important, but it may have crashes or bugs.
Con Unintuitive interface
If you come from a mIRC, Xchat or Hexchat background, the interface seems unfamiliar and complex.
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Con NOT free on windows
$9.99 for windows version is NOT free as they claim
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