BitComet (originally named SimpleBT client from versions 0.11 to 0.37) is a cross-protocol BitTorrent, HTTP and FTP client written in C++ for Microsoft Windows and available in 52 different languages. Its first public release was version 0.28. The current BitComet logo has been used since version 0.50.
The BitComet program is a multi-threaded multi-protocol hybrid download manager and BitTorrent peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing application. It supports simultaneous download tasks. To complete a particular download, it can draw parts of files from many sources across different P2P and client–server protocols.
BitComet's main features include an embedded Internet Explorer window to let users search for torrents. Along with the features typical of contemporary BitTorrent clients, it supports UPnP gateway configuration, bandwidth scheduling, Webseeding, selecting only certain files for download inside a torrent package, NAT traversal (removed in v.1.03), Peer Exchange (in older versions, using a proprietary protocol and starting with v.1.19 also by using the Extension Protocol, implementing a PEX mechanism compatible with μTorrent / Mainline PEX), Initial-Seeding (Super-Seeding) and support for Magnet Links.
What is BitComet?
BitComet is a free download manager program for Windows from CometNetwork. It ranks 27th by popularity among download managers in this catalogue. The first release dates back to 2003. It is written in C++. Besides Windows, it is available for macOS, Linux and Android.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 37.4 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.22, released on September 4, 2026. 24 versions are listed since September 23, 2021, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 4.9 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 3,969 times. Wikipedia has an article about it in 24 of our languages. On Windows it registers 1 file type, including .torrent. Similar programs include Transmission, youtube-dl and yt-dlp.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
- Also runs on macOS, Linux and Android
- Mature project (since 2003)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: BitComet is a free download manager tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is BitComet safe to download?
- The file is served by download.bitcomet.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A86210CE9FE5A667EAA3670B8DE908292972EE9949BAB7C9775B568763B6EC95· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 24 versions ›24 versions over 5 years · about 4.9 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.22Latest | September 4, 2026 | 37.4 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.21 | June 23, 2026 | 39.5 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.20 | January 19, 2026 | 39.5 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.19 | December 15, 2025 | 39.3 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.18 | November 3, 2025 | 38.0 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.17 | September 28, 2025 | 38.0 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.16 | August 23, 2025 | 37.9 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.08 | May 30, 2024 | 27.5 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id CometNetwork.BitComet -echoco install bitcomet -yBitComet_2.22_setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- CometNetwork
- Category
- Download managers
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- cometforums.com
- Written in
- C++
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Other platforms
- macOS, Linux, Android
- Version
- 2.22
- Released
- September 4, 2026
- First release
- 2003
- Added to the catalogue
- May 26, 2022
- Versions listed
- 24
- Updates / year
- 4.9
- Chocolatey downloads
- 3,969
- Website
- bitcomet.com
- winget ID
- CometNetwork.BitComet
- Chocolatey package
- bitcomet
File types it opens (1)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is BitComet free?
Yes. BitComet is free to use.
Is BitComet safe to download?
The download comes from download.bitcomet.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install BitComet with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can BitComet be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does BitComet run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of BitComet?
The versions page lists all 24 versions with links to their official installer files, back to September 23, 2021.
What are alternatives to BitComet?
Transmission, youtube-dl, yt-dlp, Jackett and qBittorrent. The alternatives page compares them.
