hivemq/mqtt-cli — MQTT CLI is a useful command line interface for connecting various MQTT clients supporting MQTT 5.0…
Description and use
The **MQTT CLI** provides a lightweight, cross‑platform command‑line interface for interacting with MQTT brokers. It supports both MQTT 5.0 and the legacy 3.1.1 protocol, allowing users to publish, subscribe, and manage topics directly from the terminal, making testing and automation of MQTT‑based systems fast and scriptable. It’s packaged as an open‑source tool under the hivemq/mqtt-cli repository.
Problem
hivemq/mqtt-cli helps engineers save time in daily development and review loops.
Outcome
Early or unclear: treat as research material until maintenance, releases, docs, and issue activity are verified.
Workflow
- speed up developer workflows
- automate local engineering tasks
- improve CI feedback
Evidence
MQTT CLI is a useful command line interface for connecting various MQTT clients supporting MQTT 5.0 and 3.1.1
- Record date: 2026-09-20T12:32:07.083Z