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YouTube Downloader vs ClipGrab
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
YouTube Downloader
6.0Simple menu bar app to download YouTube movies
ClipGrab
7.0Downloads videos and audio from websites
| Metric | YouTube Downloader | ClipGrab |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 341 | 127 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.2K | 362 |
| 365-day Installs | 6.0K | 1.2K |
| Version | 0.23 | 3.9.16 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 592 | 73 |
| GitHub Forks | 54 | 23 |
| Open Issues | 5 | 12 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7mo ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Dec 14, 2020 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
YouTube Downloader
YouTube Downloader is a simple macOS menu bar app designed for downloading YouTube videos. It offers a lightweight and integrated solution for users seeking easy access to YouTube content on their Mac.
Downloads YouTube videos directly from the menu bar.
Pros
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS via the menu bar
- + Lightweight and user-friendly interface
- + Active development with regular updates
Cons
- - Lacks automatic updates, potentially problematic for staying current with YouTube's changes
- - Compatibility issues, particularly on M1 Macs
ClipGrab
ClipGrab is a free, open-source app for downloading videos and audio from websites. It offers cross-platform support and customization options, making it ideal for users who need reliable video and audio extraction tools.
Downloads videos and audio from websites.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0 license
- + Cross-platform support with a customized version for macOS
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited community support and engagement