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Best Video Downloaders in 2026

When you need a video available later, the source, file options, and device compatibility can shape which downloader makes sense. Compared on Supported sources, Maximum video quality, Output formats, and Device platforms, the entries let you assess those practical requirements.

  1. 01 4K Video Downloader+

    It suits people who want to save video or audio from supported sites, including YouTube playlists, channels, and subtitles.

    From $1.25/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
    9.4 Visit Specs
  2. 02 VidBee

    VidBee suits people who want a desktop video downloader with local searchable transcripts and do not want to create an account.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    9.2 Visit Specs
  3. 03 SSvid

    SSvid suits people downloading media from many supported sites across desktop and Android devices.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
    9.2 Visit Specs
  4. 04 MeTube

    MeTube suits people who want to download media from supported sites to a server they control.

    Free plan Web · Linux · iOS · Android
    9.1 Visit Specs
  5. 05 yt-dlp

    yt-dlp suits users comfortable with a command-line tool who need audio or video downloads across supported sites.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Self-hosted
    9.0 Visit Specs
  6. 06 MeowLoad
    Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · API
    9.0 Visit Specs
  7. 07 Turbo Downloader
    From $1.58/mo Free plan Windows · macOS
    9.0 Visit Specs
  8. 08 SnapAny
    From $9.90/mo Free plan Web · Windows · macOS
    9.0 Visit Specs
  9. 09 ClipGrab

    ClipGrab suits people who want to download and convert online videos on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

    Free plan Open source Windows · macOS · Linux
    9.0 Visit Specs
  10. 10 NeoDLP

    It suits people who want a free desktop tool for downloading and organizing media from supported sites.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Browser extension
    8.9 Visit Specs
  11. 11 OmniGet

    OmniGet suits people who want to collect video, audio or files from supported sites and manage downloads in a queue.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Browser extension
    8.8 Visit Specs
  12. 12 GrabTube
    Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.8 Visit Specs
  13. 13 Ghost Downloader
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
    8.8 Visit Specs
  14. 14 Youwee

    Youwee suits people who want to download or process media across a broad range of sites and file formats.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Browser extension
    8.7 Visit Specs
  15. 15 yt-dlp app

    It suits people who want a graphical yt-dlp interface on Windows, macOS or Linux, including educators, filmmakers, archivists and everyday users.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.7 Visit Specs
  16. 16 YDL GUI
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Browser extension
    8.7 Visit Specs
  17. 17 Aqua Clip
    From $1.66/mo Free trial Web · Windows · macOS · iOS
    8.7 Visit Specs
  18. 18 EaseUS Video Downloader
    From $1.67/mo Windows · macOS
    8.6 Visit Specs
  19. 19 Freemake Video Downloader

    It suits desktop users who need broad website coverage, playlist or batch downloading, and multiple output formats.

    Free plan Windows · macOS
    8.6 Visit Specs
  20. 20 DownKingo
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.6 Visit Specs
  21. 21 DownSnap

    DownSnap suits people who want browser-based video downloads from supported websites without installing software.

    Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · iOS
    8.6 Visit Specs
  22. 22 MediaGo
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · API
    8.6 Visit Specs
  23. 23 Hive

    Hive suits teams coordinating projects and related work in one place, with a free option described for light project management.

    From $5/mo Free plan Open source Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.6 Visit Specs
  24. 24 Yalla Video

    It suits people who want to download video, audio, playlists, or subtitles from a range of sites on a desktop computer.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.5 Visit Specs
  25. 25 Arroxy
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.5 Visit Specs
How this list is ordered. Specifiction scores each tool on how fully its maker documents it, whether its prices are published, where the research puts it, the platforms it runs on and whether it can be tried for free (how we rank). Makers can also buy a numbered place (how Specifiction is paid for).

Batch downloads and Playlist downloads can be useful for handling multiple videos, while Subtitle downloads are another capability to check. Free plan and Paid from add cost context. 4K Video Downloader+, SSvid, and OmniGet are among the options. Match the listed source and download features to your intended use, and consider which formats and platforms you need before choosing.

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