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SAVEVIDEO.ME vs yt-dlp
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 AndroidExtensioniPhone+1
SAVEVIDEO.ME offers a straightforward URL-pasting workflow and broad source coverage without a listed charge. Users should expect source-dependent formats, quality, and availability, and follow its personal-use restriction.
Visit SAVEVIDEO.ME Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
yt-dlp offers extensive source and format support for users who are comfortable with command-line software. Full YouTube support requires yt-dlp-ejs, and the project warns users to trust plugin authors before loading their code.
Visit yt-dlpThe facts
| SAVEVIDEO.ME | yt-dlp | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Web | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | savevideo.me | github.com |
| On video downloaders | #68 of 137 | #2 of 137 |
SAVEVIDEO.ME: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Supports many listed video sources
- Up to 1080p where supported
- MP4, WebM, or FLV output
- Works in desktop and mobile browsers
What to know first
- May fail on unsupported sites
- Formats vary by source
- Download speed depends on several limits
- Commercial use is prohibited
yt-dlp: what it does well
- Supports thousands of sites
- Downloads playlists, subtitles, and batches
- Offers a wide range of audio and video formats
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Can select timestamps or chapters
What to know first
- Full YouTube support requires yt-dlp-ejs
- Command-line tool rather than a listed graphical app
- Plugins are unchecked and should only come from trusted authors
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