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Editors’ Review

Download.com staff

BitComet functions as a free BitTorrent, HTTP, and FTP download client that operates across platforms. This BitTorrent client, built with C++, offers support for current protocols like Magnet Links, HTTP Seeding, DHT networks, and UDP Tracker Protocol v2

The Long-Term Seeding Technology automatically searches for additional sources to finish your download, even if the original ones are not available anymore. BitComet provides port mapping capabilities, speed limit controls, proxy configuration options, and download resume functionality. It features intelligent disk caching to minimize hard drive wear and enables video previews during active downloads by prioritizing header and tail file segments.

Beyond basic downloading

BitComet operates with a tabbed interface that displays active, completed, and queued downloads in separate sections. This client efficiently manages torrent files, magnet links, and HTTP/FTP downloads in one place. This client uses smart disk caching to protect your hard drive. You can limit download speeds for individual files or all at once, and it optimizes connections automatically. Plus, you can queue downloads and set their priority.

Its Long-Term Seeding Technology maintains connections to help complete stalled downloads. It can start downloads automatically when you click magnet links, and through its RSS feed support, it can also initiate downloads based on configured rules. You can pick specific files from a torrent instead of the whole thing. It adjusts download speeds to match your internet network or preferences. Though, occasional stability issues with large torrent files.

You can preview video files before they finish downloading. It shows detailed download statistics, including speeds and estimated completion times. It also keeps a history of your downloads. You can set it to automatically delete completed files after a certain period. Downloads can be organized into custom categories with individual settings. It has built-in virus scanning that integrates with your antivirus software.

  • Pros

    • Handles multiple protocols
    • Long-term seeding technology helps complete stalled downloads
    • Intelligent disk caching reduces hard drive wear
    • Preview video files during download process
  • Cons

    • Occasional stability issues with large torrent files

Bottom Line

Create, control, stream

BitComet incorporates several utility features beyond basic torrenting functionality. You can play videos directly in the client. It lets you create your own torrents. The software helps diagnose network issues. You can check speed limits, map ports, and set up proxies in the interface. It supports RSS feeds for automatic downloads. The client offers remote control capabilities through web interface access for managing downloads from other devices.

What’s new in version 2.14

  • GUI improvement
  • Bug fixes


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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
2.14
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Mac
Operating System
macOS 10.15
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
215
Downloads Last Week
5

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