OmniGet

OmniGet is a free, open-source downloader for people who want to save media and files from many services to a computer. It is best suited to users who value batch and playlist handling, a recoverable queue, and local downloads without an account or paid tier. Choose it for breadth and control; look elsewhere if you need access to content your own session cannot open or require signed installers.

Overview

OmniGet wraps yt-dlp in a desktop app and automatically installs and updates yt-dlp and FFmpeg. That reduces setup and maintenance, while its queue can resume interrupted downloads, retry failures with backoff, and follow channels. The combination is useful for repeat and batch work, not just occasional single links.

It also accepts torrents, magnet links, and direct files alongside supported websites. Downloads stay on the user's computer, and the app reports no telemetry about download activity. There are no ads or account requirement, and the GPL-3.0 license makes this a straightforward fit for users who prefer open-source software. The access boundary is equally important: OmniGet only retrieves content the user's session can already open; it does not bypass DRM or paywalls.

Key features

OmniGet supports more than 1,800 sites, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Reddit, Twitch, Vimeo, Bluesky, Pinterest, SoundCloud, Bilibili, Telegram, Udemy, Hotmart, Pixiv, DeviantArt, ArtStation, and Douyin. That range makes it a practical option for people who collect from several services rather than relying on a single-site downloader.

Video downloads reach 4K, and batch, playlist, and subtitle downloads are supported. Audio-only output includes MP3, M4A, Opus, FLAC, and WAV; subtitles can be saved as SRT or VTT. The broader output-format list also includes MP4, M4A, XML, ASS, and JSON. This flexibility suits users with varied media workflows, though the maximum quality and formats do not change the rule that content must already be accessible through the user's session.

An optional browser extension for Chrome, Edge, and Brave sends the current page to OmniGet and forwards browser cookies. That can help with links that require the user's existing browser session, without implying access beyond it. The beta MCP server can let Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code, and Codex check links, queue downloads, wait for completion, and report failures. Each connection has its own token and permissions, and the server listens only on the local computer; its beta status makes it a specialized option rather than a reason to choose the app for everyone.

Pricing

OmniGet has one plan: Free, at free. It includes the app without ads or an account requirement, and there is no paid plan. That makes it a clear choice for users who want the stated desktop and queue capabilities without a subscription or a feature tier decision.

There are no stated seat or download quotas to weigh against a paid tier. The tradeoff is not a cheaper plan with reduced features, but the access limits and platform installation concerns: it cannot bypass restricted content, and its installers are unsigned or not notarized on the listed platforms.

Platforms

OmniGet runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with Chrome and Firefox browser extensions identified among its device platforms. The optional extension is also described as supporting Edge and Brave. The distinction matters if you plan to hand browser pages to the desktop app: the extension is a companion, not a replacement for the desktop application.

Security-conscious users should factor in release integrity and installation friction. The official download page publishes SHA-256 hashes for every release file and verification commands, but Windows installers are not signed, macOS builds are not notarized, and Linux packages are not signed with a distribution key. Users willing to verify files themselves have a way to check integrity; anyone who requires platform signing should choose another option.

Who it's for

OmniGet fits users who regularly save from multiple supported services, need playlists, subtitles, or batch downloads, or want a queue that can recover and follow channels. It is also a sensible fit for people who prefer local downloads, open-source licensing, and no account or ads. It is not the right choice for anyone seeking to unlock DRM-protected or paywalled media, or who needs signed and notarized releases as a condition of installation.

Pros and cons

Pros: Broad site coverage, 4K video, and batch, playlist, and subtitle support give it range for varied download jobs.

Pros: Queue recovery, retries, and channel following are useful for ongoing or interruption-prone downloads.

Pros: Local downloads, no reported download telemetry, no ads, no account, and GPL-3.0 make its privacy and licensing stance clear.

Cons: It cannot access content beyond the user's existing session, so it is no solution for DRM or paywall restrictions.

Cons: Unsigned Windows and Linux releases and unnotarized macOS builds may rule it out for users who require platform-vetted installers.

Cons: The MCP server is beta, so users seeking a mature agent-integration feature should not treat it as a settled capability.

Alternatives

Choose 4K Video Downloader+ if you want a freemium option with a permanent free Starter plan, a free trial, and Android support in addition to desktop platforms; its Lite plan is for one device and three simultaneous downloads. Choose SSvid if a free option with a five-download-per-day cap and Android support suits your needs better.

yt-dlp online is the alternative to consider if you want a free tool with no download limits and a web platform as well as desktop support. VidRivo fits users looking for a Windows app or web option focused on YouTube and TikTok, with free downloads up to 1080p. SnapAny is another freemium choice across web, Windows, and macOS, with online downloading in its free plan.

VidBee may suit users who prefer a one-time purchase rather than a subscription: its Starter plan costs $5 as a one-time purchase and includes 2,000K cloud AI credits. MeowLoad is an alternative with a free basic desktop plan and support across extension, macOS, web, and Windows. yt-dlp is another free option for users who want the underlying tool rather than OmniGet's desktop wrapper.

For a wider comparison of this category, browse Video Downloaders.

Verdict

OmniGet is a strong choice for users who want a free, open-source desktop downloader with wide source coverage, capable queue management, and playlist, batch, and subtitle support. Its chief reasons to choose it are that breadth and its no-account, local-download approach. Look elsewhere if your goal is to bypass access controls or if unsigned and unnotarized installers do not meet your security requirements.

Security vulnerabilities should be reported privately to [email protected].