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AmosRobinson
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Sep 29, 2024

What is the best video downloader for PC Windows 11/10 right now?

I'm using Windows 11 recently and I want to find a best  video downloader for PC Windows 11, but there are so many options on the market that I don't know which one is the best. I've tried some tools before, but they always have too many ads, slow download speeds, or poor quality. Can anyone recommend a good Windows 11/10 video downloader? It's best if it's easy to use, fast, and doesn't affect the video quality. Thanks for your suggestions!

  • Isabellaikik's avatar
    Isabellaikik
    Copper Contributor

    I've experienced those annoying download tools too! Later I used AII-ClipDown and I really like it. It's easy to use, fast, and the video quality is good, and there are almost no ads. You can try it, it feels good!

    I got it here: (Works and is safe, no ads)

    https://www.recodie.com/download-youtube-video

     

     

  • Victoriaps's avatar
    Victoriaps
    Copper Contributor

    AmosRobinson You can download any video with the help of Edge browser. Using the "Network" tab of Edge browser's developer tools to find and download video links is a very technical method. This method does not require the installation of additional video downloader for PC, but it is more complicated to operate, especially if you are not familiar with network requests and resource loading.  In addition, video links may be encrypted for copyright protection, which means that even if you find the link, you may not be able to download it successfully.

     

    This method requires some basic technical knowledge, especially in identifying the correct video file link. In addition, due to YouTube's security and copyright protection mechanisms, this method may not work sometimes.

    • AddisonWard's avatar
      AddisonWard
      Copper Contributor

      Victoriaps  You forgot to mention the steps for downloading videos to Windows 10/11 PC with a modern browsers. No need to use any free video downloader for PC!

       

      1.  Open the page of the video you want to download in a browser.
      2. In the browser, you can usually open the developer tools by right-clicking a blank space on the page and selecting "Inspect".
      3. In the "Network" tab, you need to find the request for the video file. This is usually a large file and may have an obvious file format identifier (such as.mp4).
      4. Once you have found the video file, right-click it and select "Copy link address" to get the direct URL of the video.
      5. Paste the link in a new browser tab and the video will usually play automatically. You can right-click the video and select "Save video as..." to download the video locally.

      • KennethJackson's avatar
        KennethJackson
        Copper Contributor

         


        AddisonWard wrote:

        You forgot to mention the steps for downloading videos to Windows 10/11 PC with a modern browsers. No need to use any free video downloader for PC!

         

        1.  Open the page of the video you want to download in a browser.
        2. In the browser, you can usually open the developer tools by right-clicking a blank space on the page and selecting "Inspect".
        3. In the "Network" tab, you need to find the request for the video file. This is usually a large file and may have an obvious file format identifier (such as.mp4).
        4. Once you have found the video file, right-click it and select "Copy link address" to get the direct URL of the video.
        5. Paste the link in a new browser tab and the video will usually play automatically. You can right-click the video and select "Save video as..." to download video from YouTube locally.


        I have tried it a few times. After finding the .mp4 file, I just right-clicked and saved it. It saved me a lot of trouble.

         

        However, sometimes the video links on some websites may be difficult to find, especially those that are encrypted or fragmented. Have you ever encountered this situation? If you encounter such a video, how would you deal with it? Did you also use a professional video downloader for PC Windows?

  • Argentiner's avatar
    Argentiner
    Copper Contributor
    If you are looking for the best video downloader for PC Windows 10/11. You've got to be somewhat tech-savvy to even get started with Edge browser's developer tools. If you're not comfortable poking around in developer tools and deciphering network requests, you'll probably just end up more frustrated than when you started. Finding the right video link can take way longer than just downloading an app. You can spend ages sifting through rows of code to find that elusive video URL, and let's face it, who has that kind of time?
  • Gamins's avatar
    Gamins
    Copper Contributor

    I've been using one app for a few months now, and it's been a game-changer for downloading videos from YouTube. This user-friendly application allows you to effortlessly download videos, playlists, channels, and even subtitles from popular video-sharing platforms like YouTube.

     

    Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, this best video downloader for Windows 11 supports a diverse array of formats and resolutions, including stunning 4K and 8K Ultra HD options. Its intuitive interface makes it incredibly easy to save your favorite videos for offline viewing with just a few clicks.

     

    Plus, the software includes handy features such as batch downloads, a smart mode for quick setup, and the capability to extract audio from videos.

  • Koanas's avatar
    Koanas
    Copper Contributor

    Depending on your location and the content you're downloading, you could run into some legal gray areas. Some videos on YouTube are protected, and downloading them could violate terms of service. So just be aware of what you're downloading to avoid any trouble.

    Sometimes, these apps have a free version that comes with ads or limits on the number of videos you can download at one time. It might seem great at first, but after a while, those little annoyances can really grind your gears.

    Not all video downloader apps for Windows10/ 11 keep up with changes to platforms like YouTube. You might find one day that the app stops working because they haven't updated it to comply with new policies or website changes. Frustrating, right?

  • Judahpo's avatar
    Judahpo
    Copper Contributor

    I have been using AllClip-Down app for a couple months and downloaded hundreds of videos from YouTube. It is user-friendly application designed to download videos, playlists, channels, and subtitles from popular video-sharing platforms like YouTube.

     

    Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, this software supports a wide range of formats and resolutions, including 4K and 8K Ultra HD. With its simple interface, YouTube Video downloader for PC provide easy solution to save their favorite videos for offline viewing with just a few clicks. Additionally, the software offers features such as batch downloads, smart mode for quick setup, and the ability to extract audio from videos

  • Sheppeken's avatar
    Sheppeken
    Copper Contributor

    Ytk-dIp is a fantastic YouTube videos downloader tool that can be able to download and convert YouTube videos on Windows 11, particularly from YouTube. However, I sometimes struggled to remember the exact command line to use it. To make things easier, I created a batch script.

     

    This handy batch script lets me download YouTube videos at the best quality with this best video downloader for Windows 11 PC and I'm excited to share it with you all.

     

    @echo off
    setlocal enabledelayedexpansion
    set /p link="YouTube download Link: "
    echo 1. mp3
    echo 2. video
    set /p choice="choose your download type (1 or 2): "
    if !choice!==1 (
    ytk-dIp -x --audio-format mp3 -o "downloads\%%(uploader)s\%%(title)s.%%(ext)s" !link!
    echo Download completed
    ) else if !choice!==2 (
    yt-dIp -F !link!
    set /p format_code="Enter the format code: "
    yt-dIp -f !format_code! -o "downloads\%%(uploader)s\%%(title)s.%%(ext)s" !link!
    echo Download completed
    )
    start "" "downloads"
    echo Press Enter to Exit...
    pause >nul
    endlocal

     

     

  • Harrazob's avatar
    Harrazob
    Copper Contributor

    I totally get how frustrating some download tools can be! I ended up trying All--ClipDown, and it’s been great—super easy to use, quick downloads, and excellent video quality.

    Source: https://www.recodie.com/download-youtube-video

    Best of all, it’s almost ad-free. Highly recommend giving it a shot! (Safe and works smoothly, no annoying ads). 

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