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ClipGrab vs MediaHuman YouTube 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.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWindows
ClipGrab combines video downloads and format conversion in a free desktop app for three operating systems. It does not support iOS, and its FAQ notes that connection problems or changes to video sites can affect downloads.
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MediaHuman YouTube Downloader combines broad source support with 8K output and batch-oriented features. The monthly price and lack of a free plan are central factors for buyers.
Visit MediaHuman YouTube DownloaderThe facts
| ClipGrab | MediaHuman YouTube Downloader | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Donation €10: €10, paid once | YouTube Downloader: $29.99 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | ClipGrab | Not published |
| Website | clipgrab.org | mediahuman.com |
| On video downloaders | #1 of 137 | #117 of 137 |
ClipGrab: what it does well
- Free plan includes video downloading and conversion.
- Converts videos to MPEG4, MP3, WMV and OGG formats.
- YouTube downloads supported up to 1080p.
- Available for Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Linux version is GPLv3-licensed open source.
What to know first
- Cannot run on iOS devices.
- Downloads may fail with unreliable or offline internet.
- Windows installer with third-party offers is independently operated.
MediaHuman YouTube Downloader: what it does well
- Downloads video up to 8K
- Supports many listed services
- Handles playlists and channels
- Includes subtitle and batch downloads
- Runs on macOS, Windows, and Linux
What to know first
- $29.99 a month
- No free plan
- Supported sources are limited to the listed services
- Multiple simultaneous downloads are listed under the paid plan
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