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ViDL for Mac vs MacX YouTube Downloader

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ViDL for Mac

5.0
Media & Design

GUI frontend for youtube-dl

MacX YouTube Downloader

6.0
Media & Design

Tool to download videos from YouTube

Metric ViDL for Mac MacX YouTube Downloader
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 5.0 6.0
30-day Installs 10 51
90-day Installs 36 179
365-day Installs 122 688
Version 1.0.2 5.4.0
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
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First Seen Nov 18, 2020 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

ViDL for Mac

ViDL is a user-friendly macOS application that provides a graphical interface for downloading YouTube videos using youtube-dl. It offers features like video and audio extraction, playlist support, and integration with macOS services, making it ideal for users who prefer a GUI over command-line tools.

ViDL serves as a graphical user interface for youtube-dl, enabling users to download YouTube videos and audio files directly from their Mac.

Pros

  • + User-friendly graphical interface for video downloading.
  • + Supports video and audio extraction, as well as playlist downloads.
  • + Native macOS integration for a seamless experience.

Cons

  • - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for updates.
  • - Limited community support and recent development activity.

MacX YouTube Downloader

MacX YouTube Downloader is a tool designed to download and convert YouTube videos to various formats. It offers features like batch downloading and video editing, making it suitable for users who need to manage and convert YouTube content on their Mac.

Downloads and converts YouTube videos to different formats.

Pros

  • + User-friendly interface for downloading and converting videos.
  • + Supports multiple video formats and resolutions.
  • + Includes batch download functionality.

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual updates.
  • - Requires a one-time purchase for full functionality.