CNET Editors' review
DsNet's aTube Catcher provides a simple tool for watching video from the Internet and converting existing video to another format. While this would be more than adequate for most uses, it also provides a neat feature.
The program's interface was a treat, breaking both its primary functions into a few simple, intuitive command icons. At no point did we feel the urge to go to the Help file for clarification. All you need to do is give aTube Catcher the URL of any online video, and the program will converted it into the file type of your choice. While this is a simple process, the conversion nevertheless took longer than we expected, several minutes for a relatively short four-minute video. Once converted, the video played flawlessly, and it retained all its original material. The program also takes existing video and converts it to another file type. This function was much faster, and it also retained all the specifications of the original. The program is relatively light on features, though it does provide templates for conversion so that, for example, iPod users don't have to know exactly what file type they need to watch a video. The program automatically chooses the proper configuration. We enjoyed aTube Catcher's simplicity and its excellent results.
This free program installs desktop icons without permission. While it could have downloaded faster, this slight negative was outweighed by its simple operation and impressive results. We recommend this program.
Publisher's Description
From DsNet:
With aTube Catcher you can download videos from web sites like YouTube, and YouTube (HD), Xtube, Dailymotion, Megavideo, Google, Yahoo, Metacafe, Spike, Megarotic , Pornotube, Yahoo, MTV, Comedycentral, Globo, RTVE. Download Videos from thousands of Web Sites like YouTube. YouTube HighDefinition 1080p, 720p, and 480p support. Download and Merge videos. Turbo Mode, upto 600% faster than other YouTube Downloaders. Integrated Audio and Video Converter. DVD, VCD and Audio CD Burning support. aTube Catcher features audio Recorder mode, IE Cache Browser, Video Search Tool, Stream Catcher Mode, and MP3 Downloader.
Create GIF's with your downloaded videos. Clip board monitor, helps to keep a history of links from your clipboard. Create high quality Audio CD's capable with any player, just drag your video/audio files to aTube. Burn DVD or CD ISO or MDS images previously created with aTube or with any software. Create Ring Tones for your mobile phone. Multi-Language Interface. Formats supported WMV, MP4, MPG1, MPG2, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, DIVX, XVID, MP3, MOV, FLV, WAV, WMA, GIF, IPOD, IPOD TOUCH, PSP, FLAC, OGG, MP2, and VOB.
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"OUTSTANDING"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.9.907
Pros
ABILITY TO RECORD ANYTHING
Cons
I REALLY LIKE THIS SOFTWARE
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"Installs software without permission"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.6.769
Pros
Irrelevant
Cons
It installs Ask Toolbar without asking and changes your browser's home page without asking to Ask. Unacceptable.
Summary
Stay away. Not trustworthy.
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"Program is fine but you can't opt out of embedded SW"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.6.769
Pros
Program works well
Cons
As others have mentioned embeds Ask search engine, changes or attempts to change your default search and home page / If your not familiar with all the locations you might want to look elsewhere / T
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"I'll avoid this one in the future."
Version: aTube Catcher 2.6.769
Pros
Well it works but ...............
Cons
Very difficult to remove all the Ask toolbar stuff from the browser. Myself, I did a thorough cleaning of the browser after this download. I also cleaned all my temp files out as well (see below.).
Summary
Cnet should review it again after looking it over thoroughly. The last version did OK but this one had numerous problems that reappeared after I rolled it back to the previous version. Hmmmm, very odd stuff with this program.
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"Installs a bunch of crap including ask.com toolbar, etc"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.5.663
Pros
There are no pros to this
Cons
program sucks, and install bs stuff, changes your browser homepage etc without asking permission
avoidSummary
avoid
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"Great Program"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.5.663
Pros
Just a great program,downloads all kinds of vids with no problem.just pay attention when loading program and those extra toolbars can be blocked from loading onto your computer.
Cons
I have None.
Summary
Check out some youtube vids on how to load and how to use this program and you should'nt have any problems.
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"Nasty program, do not use"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.5.663
Pros
Never got around to any pros. Way too many cons
Cons
1) installs ASK toolbar, without persmission, changes your homepage to ASK.com
2) will not connect to Ustream.tv
3) did not workSummary
Nasty program. I absolutely hate when these ****-poor developers take money to trick normal people.
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"It works ..but..."
Version: aTube Catcher 2.5.663
Pros
I'm still looking for something to download more from movie sites. The stream catcher works better than the last edition but it still has it's downfalls. Hey but it's free! It will download those locked out VIMEO vids!
Cons
limited websites..unless you use the stream catcher. The screen catcher doesn't capture sound.
Summary
Not bad..but be careful ..follow the installation instructions,...no one needs two more
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"stops thur install tries force install toolbars"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.5.663
Pros
nothing never installed bombed everytime
Cons
well since it never installed and tried to force load toolbar addons i would have to save everything about it is a con
Summary
avoid like the plague
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"easy for the novice to use"
Version: aTube Catcher 2.5.663
Pros
Easy to understand. Great to create libraries of video subjects.
Cons
adds toolbar and other icons when installing, you have to decline several options or they will automaticly attach to your desktop. It sometimes downloads two copies of a video, I havent figured out why yet, but I just delete one copy.
Summary
One of the greatest FREE software programs I've encountered. I really appreciate all the work that someone is willing to share for free.
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