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While we liked this free IE add-on's unobtrusive approach to downloading YouTube videos, we didn't appreciate the pop-up Web site that accompanied each download or the extras it added without asking.
Free YouTube Video Downloader adds a tiny shortcut button to your IE toolbar. When you visit YouTube, simply click the button and the video immediately starts to download. A pop-up window appears, showing the status of the video being downloaded. The window floats on top of whatever page you're browsing, but it can be quickly minimized. Each video downloaded fairly quickly; however, we were annoyed by the pop-up Web page that appeared after each video download promoting another product. A folder is added to My Documents and videos are automatically downloaded to it. The status window offers a button that is supposed to open the directory containing the downloaded videos, but some Vista testers received an error message when clicking it. When it works, another window opens pointing to the new folder created by the program. Aside from two other buttons to cancel or reload a download, there are no user options or settings. As the name indicates, the program only works with YouTube videos, and it downloads only in flv file format.
Despite its effectiveness at downloading videos, we can't wholeheartedly recommend Free YouTube Video Downloader. Based on the issues some testers had trying to locate downloaded videos and the persistent push to upgrade to a paid program that downloads videos from any Web site, this freeware program has a price. In addition, we found that the program installed a second program without asking. If you're the forgiving sort, and you're also unwilling to pay to download videos, this IE add-on might be worth a try. For users who want options and less marketing, you're better off looking elsewhere.
Publisher's Description
From Ramka:
This video downloader has just been redesigned for slickest look and best performance ever. This great add-on now fully supports IE web browser for downloading YouTube, DailyMotion, Break and other common video sites. Free Video Downloader now features a full blown download manager for your online videos. Download multiple videos simultaneously, select preferred quality, stop / pause and restart your downloads. Watch downloaded videos easily with our "Free Video Player with 3D capabilities" without the need to look for codecs.
What's new in this version: Version 4.4.1 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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4.3 starsout of 15 votes
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"Very good product for a good price."
Version: Free Video Downloader 3.4
Pros
Excelent product for an excelent price.
Cons
Pop up windows looks bad.
Summary
The pop up is nothing compared to the benefits.
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"J'adore ce superbe truc"
Version: Free Video Downloader 3.3.8.1
Pros
Je peut telecharger plusieurs videos de YouTube simultanement a haute vitesse.
Sans perde de qualite.Cons
Pas trouve de problemes.
Summary
C'est un bon logiciel et gratuit en plus. J'ai essaye avec Windows 8 et ca marche bien.
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"Awesome video downloader for free"
Version: Free Video Downloader 3.3.8.1
Pros
No headaches when downloading from YouTube or DailyMotion.
Provides great video quality.Cons
Didn't find for the moment
Summary
I also like that this application is available for FireFox. As I've already mentioned the program downloads all the desired video successfully. New version compatible with Windows 8 is Ok as well.
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"Windows 8 Sucks"
Version: Free Video Downloader 3.3.8.1
Pros
Windows 8 Sucks
Cons
Windows 8 Sucks
Summary
Windows 8 Sucks
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"Works with Windows 8"
Version: Free Video Downloader 3.3.8.1
Pros
Works with Windows 8
Cons
Works with Windows 8
Summary
Works with Windows 8
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"Does what I want done!"
Version: Free Video Downloader 1.4.1
Pros
Simple and intuitive. Good quality video copy.
Cons
Asks if I want to record on EVERY video that appears in my brower.
Summary
I woul highly recommend it.
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"Love This Program - works with IE9 & Windows 7."
Version: Free Video Downloader 1.4.1
Pros
Better than any other downloader I've tried. Highly recommend.
Cons
None. Works very well. No down side to using this free program.
Summary
If you want to do it right, use this program.
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"Terrible program!"
Version: Free Video Downloader 1.3.1
Pros
Barely did the basics for me.
Cons
Ummm. . . . let me see, just about everything
Summary
Slow downloading; had a hard time downloading all of the different types of files I download; was hit or miss whether it downloaded it or not, there was nothing to let me know.
There are other programs that are much more effective for the same price (free). Save yourself the time and check one of those out for your needs. -
"it's nice t download this........................"
Version: Free Video Downloader 1.3.1
Pros
ye kya nautanki hai????????
Cons
i dont know wat is dis ?????
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"works great. Use it a lot."
Version: Free Video Downloader 1.3.1
Pros
Can download easily.
Cons
Wish it worked on all sites.
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