CNET Editors' review
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:
Free Internet Explorer extension to download YouTube video. Download YouTube video with one-click. This free software is sponsored by RipTiger, the leading software for capturing and converting web video and online TV. Version 1.2.0 is a bug fixing release.
What's new in this version: Version 1.2.0 is a bug fixing release.
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"Does what I want done!"
Version: Free YouTube 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 YouTube 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 YouTube 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 YouTube 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 YouTube Video Downloader 1.3.1
Pros
Can download easily.
Cons
Wish it worked on all sites.
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"excellent!!!"
Version: Free YouTube Video Downloader 1.2.2
Pros
friendly user
Cons
slow downloading
Summary
slow downloading
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"Free usefull tool"
Version: Free YouTube Video Downloader 1.2.1
Pros
Free but useful tool. It works fine without any bugs.
Cons
It downloads files in *.flv format, most portable devices doesn't support this format.So files must to be converted after downloading.
Summary
Quality free plugin
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"FREE YouTube to MP3!!!"
Version: Free YouTube Video Downloader 1.2.1
Pros
This is what I was looking for! I can download all converted music videos to my MP3 player! Worked perfectly fine.
Cons
nothing really
Summary
Although this downloader is free I noticed that it is safe to install and use.
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"Easy and free YouTube downloader."
Version: Free YouTube Video Downloader 1.2.1
Pros
This plug-in is very easy to use, it downloads with a high speed and downloaded video has it's original quality. And you don't have to pay!!! I very often download YouTube videos for my blog and find this tool extremely useful.
Cons
Works with IE only
Summary
Very useful and easy tool, recommend to download!
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"No problem with downloading from YouTube."
Version: Free YouTube Video Downloader 1.0.0.1
Pros
I have no problem with using it on YouTube. Another pleasant thing it that it is free.
Cons
It works only with YouTube. I bought and use RipTiger for other sites.
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