libpaho-mqtt ☆
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Description:
Eclipse Paho C client library for MQTT
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Category: Networking
Tags: mqtt iot networking m2m c-library
Install: brew install libpaho-mqtt
About:
LibpahoMqtt is the Eclipse Paho C client library for MQTT, providing a lightweight and reliable API for device communication. It implements the MQTT 3.1.1 and 5.0 specifications, enabling asynchronous publish/subscribe messaging over TCP/TLS. This library is ideal for building robust IoT applications and M2M integrations where low bandwidth and high reliability are critical.
Key Features:
  • Supports MQTT 3.1.1 and 5.0 protocols
  • Asynchronous API for high-performance applications
  • Secure connectivity via TLS/SSL
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Linux, macOS, Windows)
Use Cases:
  • Developing embedded systems and IoT device firmware
  • Building high-throughput telemetry data collectors
  • Creating secure machine-to-machine (M2M) communication channels
Alternatives:
  • libmosquitto – Mosquitto's client library is widely used but Paho offers broader MQTT 5.0 support and a more modular project structure.
  • libcurl – libcurl supports MQTT but is a general-purpose library; Paho is specialized for MQTT, offering a more focused and feature-rich API.
Version History
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