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YouTube Downloader vs MacX YouTube Downloader
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
YouTube Downloader
6.0Simple menu bar app to download YouTube movies
MacX YouTube Downloader
6.0Tool to download videos from YouTube
| Metric | YouTube Downloader | MacX YouTube Downloader |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 341 | 51 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.2K | 179 |
| 365-day Installs | 6.0K | 688 |
| Version | 0.23 | 5.4.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 592 | — |
| GitHub Forks | 54 | — |
| Open Issues | 5 | — |
| License | — | — |
| Language | Swift | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7mo 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
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.