Wget vs aria2 : Which is Better?
Wget
Wget is a free utility for non-interactive download of files from the Web. Developed by GNU Project
License: Open Source
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Wget VS aria2
Wget is a straightforward command-line tool primarily focused on downloading files and mirroring websites, while aria2 offers advanced features like multi-threaded downloads and support for BitTorrent. Users seeking simple downloads may prefer Wget, while those needing more control and speed should consider aria2.
Wget
Pros:
- Supports HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP protocols
- Can download files recursively
- Resumes interrupted downloads
- Supports downloading via proxies
- Can mirror websites
- Highly customizable via command line options
- Supports FTP upload
- Can limit download speed
- Built-in support for robots.txt
- Can convert links to be suitable for local viewing
Cons:
- No built-in support for multi-threaded downloads
- Limited support for modern web protocols (e.g., WebDAV)
- User interface is purely command-line based, which may be daunting for some users
aria2
Pros:
- Supports multi-threaded downloads
- Can download files from multiple sources simultaneously
- Built-in support for BitTorrent
- Can download files from HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SFTP, and BitTorrent
- Allows for segmented downloading
- Can limit bandwidth usage
- Advanced configuration options for more control
- Supports Metalink downloads
- Has a JSON-RPC interface for remote control
- Can be integrated with other applications easily
Cons:
- More complex command syntax compared to Wget
- Higher resource usage in certain scenarios
- Not as widely available by default on some systems
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