YouTube Download: 4 tools for video download

A very simple but useful software for downloading YouTube videos is the 4K Video Downloader. In the free basic version, the number of daily downloads is limited to 30 and you can choose different video formats and resolutions. The download starts by adding the respective link or as soon as you have copied a link to your clipboard.

For around 11 pounds, you can unlock additional features, such new videos published on subscribed channels and playlists downloading automatically. The number of daily downloads also becomes unlimited.

The WinX HD Video Converter can also be trialed for free, but only 5 minutes of video material can be converted or downloaded in the free trial. The tool also supports numerous other platforms. WinX is very simple to use, but the main advantage is the conversion of video formats.

To enjoy WinX without the time limit and unlock all the features, various subscriptions are available, starting at around 19 pounds for three months. A lifetime upgrade will cost a one-time payment of around 40 pounds.

UniConverter from Wondershare is perhaps the most comprehensive software for downloading YouTube videos, however it is very limited in the free basic version on PC and Mac. You can download videos from different platforms, choose between different resolutions and formats, convert videos and audio files, as well as compress videos and edit them.

As freeware, only one download possible ⁠— after that you will have to pay for an upgrade. The annual subscription starts at around 30 pounds, a permanent license costs a one-time payment of around 60 pounds. UniConverter is probably the most suitable if you want to download YouTube videos and use all of the previously mentioned additional features.

Unlike the three options to download YouTube videos which have been explained so far, the small program ClipGrab is always completely free. Developed and published under a GPL (General Public Lincense), the security of the code is guaranteed. The software allows you to search for videos on YouTube or directly copy a URL into it. Then select the target format and quality and start the download. There are no limits with this option!