What is XMRig?

XMRig is a robust, open-source mining software designed for high efficiency, featuring support for various algorithms such as RandomX, KawPow, CryptoNight, and AstroBWT, which can be utilized on both CPU and GPU systems; it also includes tools like a benchmark utility and a stratum proxy. For the best user experience, it is advisable to leverage the JSON configuration file, as it allows for a more adaptable and intuitive setup compared to the less versatile command line interface that does not support specialized mining profiles for different algorithms. Importantly, users can modify key settings while the miner is actively running, either through updates to the configuration file or via API calls, thus facilitating real-time adjustments. Furthermore, a wizard tool is provided to help users create an initial miner setup effortlessly, and the Workers feature allows for efficient miner management through an HTTP API. While a default donation rate of 1% is established—equivalent to one minute of contribution in a hundred minutes—it is possible for users to increase this percentage or opt-out entirely by modifying the donate-level option or making changes to the source code. The XMRig source code is accessible on GitHub and is licensed under GPLv3, with comprehensive building instructions and binary downloads offered for many widely-used platforms. To keep binaries current, a self-hosted buildbot is utilized to compile them with each commit, ensuring that the software benefits from continuous development that bolsters both its reliability and performance. This ongoing evolution not only enhances user satisfaction but also fosters a vibrant community focused on improving the mining experience.

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, XMRig provides an API

Screenshots and Video

XMRig Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
XMRig
Date Founded:
2017
Company Website:
xmrig.com

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
Linux
On-Prem
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

XMRig Categories and Features

XMRig Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Technical Account Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
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    Useless non-working software

    Date: Mar 11 2025
    Summary

    My experience has been frustrating. Currently none of the information listed here in this article or on the XMRig website is usable. This was an exercise that took 4 hours of my time I will never get back.

    Positive

    Nothing.

    The configuration wizard gives a list of non-working pools.
    Article seems to be more of the pervasive AI generated crap filling up the internet.

    Negative

    Used the config wizard on the XMRig site and none of the pools they list work. All of them report an end of file error. If these developer groups cant keep their software and websites up to date then they need to stop writing and slashdot shouldn't list their "product" in a review of any kind.

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  • Reviewer Name: Aravind K.
    Position: Student
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Miner

    Date: Mar 22 2022
    Summary

    It brings up great hashrate but it is isn't easy to start it as it is terminal/command prompt based application.

    Positive

    It can go different algorithms.
    It is kinda fast compared to other miners.
    It is a CPU Miner (It can mine using GPU too).
    There is a configuration wizard which helps you to configure the settings for your favor.

    Negative

    No GUI.
    Difficult for a beginner to set it up.
    Terminal/CMD based application.

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