usenapp ☆

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Description:
Newsreader and Usenet client

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.28@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: usenet newsreader nzb macos download

Install: brew install --cask usenapp

About:
Usenapp is a native macOS newsreader and Usenet client designed for efficiently browsing and downloading from newsgroups. It provides a streamlined interface for searching, parsing, and managing NZB files, offering a modern alternative to older Java-based clients. The tool focuses on performance and simplicity for direct Usenet access.

Key Features:

Native macOS integration and performance
Integrated NZB search and file management
Support for multiple server providers
Automatic par2 repair and unrar extraction

Use Cases:

Browsing and downloading binaries from Usenet newsgroups
Managing NZB files for automated content retrieval

Alternatives:

SABnzbd – SABnzbd is a headless, web-based downloader, whereas Usenapp offers a native GUI experience.
Newsbin – Newsbin is a Windows-focused client, while Usenapp is specifically optimized for macOS.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 1:18pm	1.27.4	0	VERSION_BUMP	bbfd3fa3
Oct 24, 2023 1:30pm	1.27.2	0	VERSION_BUMP	d671c925