BiglyBT
7.7#2 in peer-to-peer file sharing softwareFree planFree planAndroidWebAPILinux
VisitBiglyBT vs qBittorrent
qBittorrent
6.3#18 in peer-to-peer file sharing softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | BiglyBT | qBittorrent |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The plugin list includes iTunes integration, a web remote, media server, VPN helpers, and XML over HTTP remote control. | The project says qBittorrent is based on the Qt toolkit and libtorrent-rasterbar library. |
| Remote control | The Android app can remotely control BiglyBT and compatible Transmission RPC clients. | A web user interface provides remote control and is described as nearly identical to the regular GUI. |
| Support | The site directs general discussion to Reddit and bug reports or enhancement requests to GitHub Issues. | The official forums provide platform-specific sections for Windows, Linux, macOS, Docker, and general questions. |
BiglyBT plans
- Free softwareFree
qBittorrent plans
- qBittorrentFree
Pick BiglyBT if…
BiglyBT suits people looking for an ad-free BitTorrent client with bandwidth controls, discovery tools, and network privacy options. Its media features and Android remote-control support may also suit users who want those capabilities alongside downloading.
Pick qBittorrent if…
It suits users looking for a free torrent client with search, RSS filtering, transfer controls, and remote access. Docker images and WebUI-only operation may also suit Linux or server use.