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4K Video Downloader+ vs Star Video Downloader

Both stand on video downloaders. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

4K Video Downloader+

Free plan AndroidLinuxMac+1

4K Video Downloader+ offers downloads across supported sites, playlist handling, subtitle saving, and audio tools. Private media has additional access requirements, and premium features have a seven-day trial.

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Star Video Downloader

Free plan MacWindows

The free plan provides a capped way to download from supported sites, while Pro removes download limits and adds 8K quality. Note that Pro’s listed monthly price is billed as a one-time purchase, not a subscription.

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The facts

	4K Video Downloader+	Star Video Downloader
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, Linux, Mac, Windows	Mac, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Lite: $15 a year	Pro: $5 a month
Plans published	5	2
Maker	4K Video Downloader+	Not published
Website	4kdownload.com	starvideoapp.com
On video downloaders	#3 of 137	#31 of 137

4K Video Downloader+: what it does well

Supports resolutions through 8K UHD.
Saves subtitles in over 50 languages.
Can automatically download new channel or playlist uploads.
Includes audio processing tools for downloaded videos.
Free Starter plan covers basic features.

What to know first

Private media downloads require premium access and permission.
The listed premium trial lasts seven days.

Star Video Downloader: what it does well

Supports more than 1,000 websites.
Playlist, subtitle, and batch downloads are supported.
Offers video and audio output formats.
Pro supports downloads up to 8K.
Pro allows use on three computers.

What to know first

Free plan limits downloads to five per day.
Free plan caps quality at 1080p.
Available only on macOS and Windows.

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