Stacher is a desktop graphical interface for yt-dlp that downloads and manages online video and audio. It supports various online platforms through yt-dlp, lists MP4 output, and can download playlists. The application runs on Windows, macOS, and Debian-based Linux. Users can maintain multiple yt-dlp configurations and switch between them, while subscriptions automate yt-dlp tasks. Video trimming is included. Stacher provides tools for installing and managing yt-dlp and FFmpeg from their official sources, and says it is not affiliated with either project. The free plan is free and has no download limitations; a 30-day trial is also listed. The maker says Stacher has no ads. It is a product of Hexotic Software LLC, which says the app does not host, distribute, or promote copyrighted content and describes its integrations as intended for lawful personal use.
Who it is for
Stacher suits people who want a desktop interface for yt-dlp on Windows, macOS, or Debian-based Linux. It also fits users needing configurations, subscriptions, trimming, or Premium library and player features.
What is good
- Windows, macOS, and Debian-based Linux support
- Playlist downloads through yt-dlp
- Multiple configurations can be switched
- Video trimming included
- Free plan has no download limitations
What to know first
- MP4 is the listed output format
- Uses external yt-dlp and FFmpeg tools
- Lawful personal use is stated
Verdict
Stacher packages yt-dlp controls, subscriptions, trimming, and playlist downloads in a desktop app with a no-cost plan. Premium adds media organization, players, themes, and priority support, but no Premium price is provided.
Stacher plans and pricing
All plansCompared on video downloaders
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported sources
- various online platforms via yt-dlp
- Output formats
- MP4
- Playlist downloads
- Yes
- Device platforms
- Windows, macOS, Debian-based Linux
