FreeTube AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Video Streaming Apps

The best Video Streaming alternative to FreeTube is NewPipe, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to FreeTube and many of them are Video Streaming Apps so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Video Streaming App alternatives to FreeTube are YouTube, Invidious, LibreTube and Grayjay.

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  1. NewPipe icon

    NewPipe

     701 likes

    Discover and stream videos with a lightweight open-source front-end supporting YouTube, PeerTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, and more. Enjoy seamless 4K playback, audio in background, and video downloads without the need for Google Services or an account. Perfect for avid streamers.

    162 NewPipe alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • SoundCloud
    • YouTube Music
    • Flathub
    • Bandcamp
    • YouTube
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • PeerTube
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
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    NewPipe vs FreeTube Comments
    Hermann
    Positive
    1

    Newpipe is for Android, Freetube for Desktop. Therefor it's not really an alternative

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    different platforms. NewPipe is for android and freetube is for desktop

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    AZahran
    Positive
    0

    This app is so good as a perfect YouTube player and downloader without any ads

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • NewPipe is Free and Open SourceFreeTube is also Free and Open Source
  2. YouTube icon

    YouTube

     1815 likes

    A video-sharing website where users can upload, view, and share various types of videos, including TV clips, music videos, vlogs, and educational content. Offers ad-free viewing, original shows, and offline access through a paid membership.

    188 YouTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • KaiOS
    • Fire TV
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
    • visionOS
    YouTube screenshot 1
     
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    YouTube vs FreeTube Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    youtube does not promote or support aN open and free method of true downloads even if paid for.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • YouTube is Freemium and ProprietaryFreeTube is Free and Open Source
  3. Invidious icon

    Invidious

     213 likes

    Open-source YouTube alternative offers ad-free browsing with no registration or JS needed. Features video download, audio mode, subscription tools, and multi-language support. Export/import data, manage playlists without Google account, and access embedded support.

    61 Invidious alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    Invidious screenshot 1
     
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    Invidious vs FreeTube Comments
    RemovedUser
    Positive
    1

    Static site design. I always wanted that.. Thank you..

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Invidious is Free and Open SourceFreeTube is also Free and Open Source
    • Invidious is DecentralizedFreeTube is not according to our users
  4. LibreTube icon

    LibreTube

     96 likes

    Open-source YouTube frontend for Android offering ad-free playback, SponsorBlock, synchronization across devices, video and audio downloads, user accounts, subscription management, playlists, channel grouping, search filters, gestures, comments, captions, and dark mode.

    105 LibreTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    LibreTube screenshot 1
     
  5. Grayjay icon

    Grayjay

     79 likes

    Multi-platform streaming client supporting YouTube, Twitch, Odysee, Rumble, PeerTube, Dailymotion, Patreon, Kick, and more, featuring a unified feed, playlist import, live chat, background play, offline downloads, local playlist management, and device casting.

    43 Grayjay alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    Grayjay screenshot 1
     
  6. Piped icon

    Piped

     86 likes

    Ad-free frontend to YouTube offering channel subscriptions without an account, multiple playlist import/export formats, SponsorBlock integration, picture-in-picture, and privacy features. No Google connection, supports dark mode, is open-source, and requires no email.

    73 Piped alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  7. SmartTube icon

    SmartTube

     72 likes

    Advanced player for Android TVs and TV boxes offering 8K video, 60fps, HDR, adjustable playback speed, SponsorBlock, ad-free viewing, customizable buttons, live chat reading, account login, casting support, no reliance on Google Services, and open source.

    48 SmartTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
    • F-Droid
    SmartTube screenshot 1
     
  8. Tubular icon

    Tubular

     55 likes

    Android streaming client fork combining SponsorBlock for automatic sponsor skipping and ReturnYouTubeDislike to restore public dislike counts, supporting YouTube, YouTube Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, and PeerTube playback and download, with no Google service reliance.

    79 Tubular alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • SoundCloud
    • Bandcamp
    • YouTube
    • F-Droid
    • PeerTube
    Tubular screenshot 1
     
  9. SkyTube icon

    SkyTube

     63 likes

    Open source Android client for viewing YouTube videos with ad-free playback, advanced blockers, offline downloads, swipe gesture controls, channel subscriptions without a YouTube account, SponsorBlock support, and privacy features, all without requiring Google services.

    95 SkyTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • YouTube
    • F-Droid
    • Android TV
    SkyTube screenshot 1
     
  10. PipePipe icon

    PipePipe

     35 likes

    Provides an alternative Android streaming experience for various video platforms, featuring ad-free viewing, SponsorBlock, danmaku chat overlays, advanced filtering, playlist downloads, music player mode, AV1/VP9 support, enhanced privacy, and background playback.

    79 PipePipe alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    PipePipe screenshot 1
     
  12. FreeTube Android icon

    FreeTube Android

     11 likes

    Open source YouTube client for Android offering privacy-focused, ad-free viewing, blocking cookies and JavaScript, available as both APK and Progressive Web App versions, supporting video search, subscriptions, downloads, and access without a Google account.

    47 FreeTube Android alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    • Online
    • Android Tablet
    FreeTube Android screenshot 1
     
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