nzbget ☆
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Description:
Binary newsgrabber for nzb files
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: usenet newsgrabber nzb downloader binary
Install: brew install nzbget
About:
NZBGet is a high-performance binary newsgrabber designed for downloading content from Usenet using NZB files. It is written in C++ for optimal speed and low resource consumption, making it ideal for NAS devices and embedded systems. The tool manages the entire download process, including verification, repairing, and unpacking.
Key Features:
  • Lightweight and fast C++ core
  • Web-based user interface
  • Automatic par verification and repair
  • Integration with download managers
  • Low system resource usage
Use Cases:
  • Automated downloading from Usenet newsgroups
  • Running on low-power devices like NAS or Raspberry Pi
  • Headless server operation via web UI
Alternatives:
  • SABnzbd – SABnzbd is written in Python and offers a more feature-rich UI, while NZBGet focuses on raw speed and lower resource usage.
Version History
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Aug 27, 2026 12:19pm 0 REVISION_ONLY 7e2417db
Aug 13, 2026 8:20pm 1 REVISION_ONLY ee122ea6
Feb 2, 2026 2:37pm 0 REVISION_ONLY 36f00050
Sep 16, 2025 4:17pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 3758459c
Dec 16, 2024 6:40am 1 VERSION_BUMP bcd59eb9
Nov 27, 2024 12:44am 0 VERSION_BUMP cb36e1d4
Oct 18, 2023 10:39pm 0 VERSION_BUMP a85205b2
Sep 29, 2023 5:14pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 6f5bfbb1
Dec 20, 2022 5:04am 0 VERSION_BUMP e33724b5
Dec 2, 2022 4:03am 0 VERSION_BUMP c334bd47
Nov 20, 2022 9:05pm 0 VERSION_BUMP e0b0e72b
Nov 20, 2022 9:05pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 4fe6cbeb
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