CNET Editors' review
The name might not be the most creative, but the Internet Download Manager does exactly what it promises: helps you download and organize files. The best part is that you can schedule downloads and use filters to get the specific files you want.
The compact interface is packed with options, but the main features are easily accessed from a toolbar at the top. We would have liked to see a bit more user guidance up front, but a tutorial does cover the basics, and there is a more detailed Help file if you get stuck. You can also go the easier route with the program's integrated Web browser options, which work with nearly all of the most popular browsers, including Internet Explorer and Firefox. Each time the program recognizes a video in FLV format on a site like YouTube, you'll see a button, and it's one click and you're off and running. From the main interface, all you have to do is add the URL for a video to get started. A new window shows you the status and allows you to pause the recording and set up a few options for what to do with the file once the download completes. As advertised, the speed was good and we didn't have any issues with test files we downloaded, which included MP3s, FLVs, and MPEGs. Our favorite feature was the scheduler, which was easy to set up and lets you choose where and when the program will download files. We especially liked the fact that if you lose your Internet connection, the program will resume downloading your selected or scheduled files once everything's up and running again.
The download and installation of IDM was easy and fast, and it uninstalled cleanly. If you're looking for a program that you can basically set and forget to video downloads, this is a good option.
Editors' note: This is a review of the trial version of Internet Download Manager 6.12 build 15.
Internet Download Manager - Speed up your downloads - Download Video Previews:Publisher's Description
From Tonec:
Internet Download Manager is a tool for increasing download speeds by up to 5 times, and for resuming, scheduling, and organizing downloads. The program will resume unfinished downloads due to network problems, or unexpected power outages. The program features a full-fledged site grabber that downloads files that are specified with filters, for example, all pictures from a Web site, different parts of Web sites, or complete Web sites for offline browsing. The program supports HTTP, HTTPS, FTP and MMS protocols, and has an adaptive download accelerator for MP3 audio, FLV and MPEG video files. The program also features Download Video and Audio Panels for Internet Exporer, Chrome, Opera, Safari, Firefox and other Mozilla based browsers that appears on top of a web-player and can be used to download flash videos from sites like YouTube, MySpaceTV, Google Videos.
What's new in this version: Version 6.06 build 8 adds support for Firefox 5; resolves problems with foreign versions of Windows when usernames contain hieroglyphs or other Unicode characters; and improves browser integration in Chrome, Opera, and in other browsers which are integrated with network driver.
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"Works Well for me"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
Good Program, Works well and Fast Download.
Cons
It's NOT Free...
Summary
Tried others and Always had problems, This one is UP there...The only problem is that it is NOT Freeand I only have the Trial version.
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"Best Download Manager"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
It works good
Cons
It is not free
Summary
it would be better if there is a free version for it
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"great downloading software ever I use"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
Three best performing criteria , Faster , user friendly . Resume support along with super bandwidth utilization manager and ability to setup multiple queues
Cons
It is not free for long run ( only 30 days trail) after trail if purchase only provide 1 year updates, its the marking demerits such type of great Program/
Summary
I think such type of unique and important Program should be free
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"The Best I've tried."
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
Never had a lost download.
Cons
None at this time.
Summary
I tried other downloaders. They took too long to download or always failed. And come on ! Twenty five dollars for a year of great downloads. Quit being Soooo CHEAP! ! !
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"THE download interface you have to have"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
It's fast! It's user friendly; you can place files in multiple destinations and download them all in one action. Tons of upgrades. NO SPYWARE
Cons
None. This is my one and only download choice for the last 5 years.
Summary
I started with Download Accelerator, but the spyware and garbage that came with the software was truly frustrating. Enter IDM. I have had this program for over 5 years now and I cannot imagine using anything else for my downloads. In all the time I've owned IDM I've never encountered a lost download, and the resume function has saved several almost lost projects. I get speed, functionality and there are several other features that I haven't even mentioned here. This is a GET!
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"An above average product."
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
Can be made better.
Cons
It is not much better than the others.
Summary
I see a lot of future in this product.
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"costs too much"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
I have no pros
Cons
Did not manage
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"It didnt work for me"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
yes it resumes download even if there is network problem
Cons
the problem i faced is that i was downloading a 2gb file and my connection was giving 32-50 kbps but the movie got stuck thrice around 500 mb(not exactly at the same place but nearby)
then i tried for other videos it showed same prob.Summary
if there is any way this problem can be avoided , please let me know and yeah it was a MP4 video . so please help me i reaaly really want to download it but this manager gives up after working 1-2 hours and i have to download again :((
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"Great Program - Fast and Easy To Use"
Version: Internet Download Manager 6.06 build 8
Pros
Fast
Program GUI easy to use
Full Working Demo to try everything out
Great bandwidth utilization manager (works great)
Ability to setup multiple queuesCons
It's not free in the long run. (after 30 days)
Once you pay, you only get one year of updates.Summary
I wish it was free, but it is a well built download manager that does just what you need it too. FLV link down-loader is cool too. Give this program a try it is worth your time because it will save you tons of time in the long run.
More on the bandwidth utilization manager, it helps you to line files up in a queue and then download files over time to help you not bog down your internet connection.
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