YouTube Downloader

CNET Editors' review

This simple freeware application works pretty well, given how basic the interface is. It has two main features: to download FLV files from YouTube, and to convert them to most major formats. If there's a YouTube URL in your clipboard, it will automatically paste it for you when you click on the dialog box. From there, just hit OK and the downloading will commence. One more left-click is all it takes to load the file in the converter, which supports iPhone, iPod, PSP, cell phone, AVI, MP3, WMV, and Xvid. Surprisingly, there's also a basic video editor for cropping videos by time stamp. You can also cut out the sound when converting.

This is one of the lightest editors around, but the simplistic interface belies its functionality and it performs exactly as advertised. We'd like to see support in future editions for hunting down missing codecs, and version 2.1.5 and earlier won't work because of embed code changes on YouTube itself. Still, the YouTube Downloader is proof that not only is video-making accessible to everyone, so is video downloading and editing.

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  • All versions:

    3.5 stars

    out of 3,576 votes

    • 5 star: 1284
    • 4 star: 958
    • 3 star: 373
    • 2 star: 185
    • 1 star: 776
  • Current version:

    3.7 stars

    out of 456 votes

    • 5 star: 172
    • 4 star: 129
    • 3 star: 63
    • 2 star: 33
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  • 1.0 stars

    "Not Compatible with Download Accelerator Plus. :-("

    August 6, 2011  |   By Joanna7349

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    Looks Lovely

    Cons

    Not Compatible with Download Accelerator Plus. :-(

    Summary

    Please do SOMETHING to make it COMPATIBLE with Download Accelerator Plus....... At the EARLIEST PLEASE

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  • 5.0 stars

    "It was good ,but currently it is not working"

    December 9, 2010  |   By bozsoft

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    Nice interface

    Cons

    Not working currently due to changes in youtube site

    Summary

    I tried this http://bozsoft.com/youtubedownloader.htm ,This one works with new youtube site changes .Also got nice features and it is Free .

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  • 2.0 stars

    "It doesn't seem to work anymore"

    March 16, 2010  |   By Equissta

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    At first, this program would work and i downloaded all the time. I loved it. My ipod also got the video's easy.

    Cons

    After a while the program did not work anymore. I would say two months and then it's gone. Can't use it anymore.

    Summary

    The program just shut down on me. I don't know why however it doesn't work. When it worked, it was great, the best program ever, however it doesn't work. Hopefully, cnet could make a newer one. I need more video's :p

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  • 5.0 stars

    "itssssssssssssooooooooo"

    February 22, 2010  |   By khan45658

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

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    Cons

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    Summary

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  • 5.0 stars

    "nice dfsf vwefjrhsejkfhrjkejrhfaeuh kherfuuuuuuuuuuuuud"

    August 29, 2009  |   By humammhumamm

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

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    Summary

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  • 5.0 stars

    "A TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND!! AMAZING!!!"

    August 22, 2009  |   By Sveagal

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    The wonderful thing is that you can convert the files to another type. Also, it doesn't slow down processing like Real Player, or dump additional programs and features on the computer.

    Cons

    I have NO complaints about this product. It's marvelous and is helping me tremendously in the classroom!

    Summary

    This product is WONDERFUL and a huge help for teaching when you cannot purchase the movies for class. What I love most is being able to convert the files I download into several different formats, including Windows Media Player. This allows me to put the files into movie maker to connect long television episodes that have been broken into pieces to be one seamless film. Then I can make a DVD and not worry about lost files for next year.

    I find the down-loader easy to use, fast, and able to work well when other programs are running. It doesn't slow down or cause major issues with my computer like Real Player and other free programs, and organizes the files neatly. Overall, I am EXTREMELY satisfied and very thankful someone recommended this product. I will be using it a lot and recommending it to other people.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Youtube Robot"

    August 13, 2009  |   By MaiKuraki

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    Its nothing

    Cons

    Its nothing

    Summary

    Yeah! The Youtube Robot software is quiet easy to use, the styles are interesting!

    Updated on Aug 13, 2009

    The Youtube Robot software is quiet easy to use, the styles are interesting!

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  • 4.0 stars

    "I get 2 download things from youtube."

    July 10, 2009  |   By adrian9020

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    I like that i get to download music and videos for free.

    Cons

    It asks a lot of questions,but it helps me know that they make sure that everything is secured.

    Summary

    I like it because i get to do things ive never done before and it is good that i get to download things on my mp3.I dont like it because it takes a long time to get started and it makes me think that i'm not going to get to use this youtube downloader.

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  • 4.0 stars

    "Well, at least it works on other video sites///"

    July 9, 2009  |   By m_a_Azeez

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

    how are u baby ;)

    Cons

    t does not work currently on YouTube anymore due to changes on the site :(. Error message: "Unable to download Remote FLV file, please try again later" I have tried several times.(they will fix this eventually that

    Summary

    t does not work currently on YouTube anymore due to changes on the site :(. Error message: "Unable to download Remote FLV file, please try again later" I have tried several times.(they will fix this eventually in the meantime...) Ok, you want a program that's solid and more reliable then YouTube downloader? Give TubeHunter Ultra 2.1 a try...it's the best program ever writen...yes I know it cost money but, it's worth every penny...trust me ;)
    It's what I call money well spent!! Thanks for taking your time reading.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "sahdsajgfsd"

    July 7, 2009  |   By Aamalia

    Version: YouTube Downloader 2.1.6

    Pros

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    Cons

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    Summary

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Full Specifications

What's new in version 2.1.6

Version 2.1.6 allows you to download videos from YouTube entering the embed code, adds a new download mode, and lets users disable audio when converting.

General

Download Type:
CNET Secure Download
Publisher
Biennesoft
Publisher Web Site
http://youtubedownload.altervista.org
Release Date
February 25, 2008
Date Added
February 25, 2008
Version
2.1.6

Category

Category
Internet Software
Subcategory
Download Managers

System Requirements

Operating Systems
Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows XP
Additional Requirements
Windows 2000/XP/Vista

Download Information

File Size
5.36MB
File Name
index.php?rm=box_download_shared_file&file_id=f_217292054&shared_name=cd5rkmsr7q

Popularity

Total Downloads
34,300,096
Downloads Last Week
548,640

Pricing

License Model
Free
Limitations
Not available
Price
Not available

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