Internet Download Manager AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Video Downloaders

The best Video Downloader alternative to Internet Download Manager is Xtreme Download Manager, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Internet Download Manager and loads of them are Video Downloaders so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Video Downloader alternatives to Internet Download Manager are Free Download Manager, JDownloader, DownThemAll and AB Download Manager.

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Internet Download Manager alternatives page was last updated Jul 11, 2025
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  1. YTD icon
    Sponsored

    Download and convert videos from Facebook, DailyMotion, Vimeo to multiple formats. Easy to use interface, and supports conversion for devices like iPhone, Samsung. YouTube downloads are limited to the Pro version.

    210 YTD alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
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    Xtreme Download Manager is a powerful tool to increase download speed up-to 500%, save videos from video sharing sites and integration with ANY browser.

    68 Xtreme Download Manager alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Discontinued

    The latest release is from May 2020 (version 7.2.11), and the latest pre-release is from July 2023 (version 8.0.29).

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Download Accelerator
    2.  Browser integration
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Video Download
    5.  Resume interrupted downloads
    6.  Auto grab links from browser
    7. Google Chrome icon  Google Chrome Integration
    8.  Multipart download
    9.  No registration required
    10.  YouTube Downloader
    11.  Download Scheduling
    12.  MP3 Downloader

    Xtreme Download Manager VS Internet Download Manager

     
    Comments about Xtreme Download Manager as an Alternative to Internet Download Manager
    Comment summary: Xtreme Download Manager (XDM) is largely seen as a strong alternative to Internet Download Manager (IDM). Users appreciate that XDM is free and open-source while offering similar download functionalities such as multisegment downloading and acceleration. Some users note its capability to download from multiple sites like IDM. However, a few issues like not preserving file names and occasional failures on certain sites exist. Improvements are desired to match IDM closely.
    Top Positive Comment
    BenOnion
    Aug 16, 2021
    6

    I think that XDM is a very good alternative to IDM because it allows you to download videos on many sites other than YouTube (ENI platform, LinkedIn for example) like IDM does. On the other hand, IDM sometimes preserves the file name while XDM does not, which is annoying if you download a series of videos because you have to rename everything by hand. Translation FR OK.

    Most Recent Comment
    homosapien
    Positive Mar 9, 2025
    0

    Video grabber sucks. Make it like Eagleget browser video grabber. Show found videos on browser addon's logo at browser toolbar. That would be very nice touch.

    It has download speed that very similar to IDM. It can grab and download videos. But as an opensource non-profit project, it has bugs in video grabber. And video grabbing not good as like as IDM.

    The best IDM alternative was EagleGet but it's discontinued. So now, XDM is the best alternative.

    WinchesterDanny
    Positive Aug 24, 2024
    1

    ..in my opinion, the latest stable version (7.xx) is better than the beta version (8.xx) , faster download, no lags, no crashes, faster response, add to that the GUI interface looks much better than the beta version..BUT in general, I'm not gonna rise my hand and agree that this OS-IDM is equal to / better than IDM, still lacks a lot of features and needs some improvements...briefly, consider it as one of the best OS-IDM but definitely not the N°1 ...

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    • Almost everyone thinks Xtreme Download Manager is a great Internet Download Manager alternative.

    • Xtreme Download Manager is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Internet Download Manager.

    • Xtreme Download Manager is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Internet Download Manager.

    • Xtreme Download Manager is Free and Open SourceInternet Download Manager is Paid and Proprietary
    • Xtreme Download Manager is CustomizableInternet Download Manager is not according to our users
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    Boosts download speeds by splitting files, manages torrents with priority control, processes media formats, supports dark mode, and runs without ads. Requires no registration, can be used portably, and efficiently handles large file downloads, supporting Windows and Mac.

    131 Free Download Manager alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Warning

    The official website was distributing a spyware-infected version of the Linux client for years. It's no longer safe to trust the developer's application. https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/free-download-manager-site-redirected-linux-users-to-malware-for-years/

    Properties

    1.  Clean design
    2.  User friendly
    3.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Built-in Torrent client
    2.  Browser integration
    3.  Video Download
    4.  Download Accelerator
    5.  Support for MAGNET links
    6.  Resume interrupted downloads
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  No registration required
    10.  BitTorrent support
    11.  Portable
    12.  Multiple languages

    Free Download Manager VS Internet Download Manager

     
    Comments about Free Download Manager as an Alternative to Internet Download Manager
    Top Positive Comment
    dtanonym
    Feb 5, 2017
    8

    It is free and good. But, IDM can download faster.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Nov 25, 2016
    51

    It can't download any videos from any websites like IDM does.

    Most Recent Comment
    Salaheddine Himeur
    Positive Dec 29, 2024
    0

    Great UI , fast download , great features , torrent download. that's enough to me.

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    • Most users think Free Download Manager is a great Internet Download Manager alternative.

    • Free Download Manager is the most popular Android alternative to Internet Download Manager.

    • Free Download Manager is Free and ProprietaryInternet Download Manager is Paid and Proprietary
    • Free Download Manager is LightweightInternet Download Manager is not according to our users
  4. JDownloader icon
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    JDownloader is a download manager, written in Java, which allows automatic download of groups of files from one-click hosting sites. JDownloader supports the use of premium accounts. Some parts, but not all, of JDownloader are open-source.

    146 JDownloader alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Java
    Bundleware

    The installer contains bundled adware. Be careful during the installation: https://alternativeto.net/discussions/applications/11718/be-careful-in-the-installation/

    Top JDownloader Features

    1.  Image Downloader
    2.  Video Download
    3.  YouTube Downloader
    4.  Continuous updating
    5.  Clipboard monitoring
    6.  Captcha Recognition
    7.  Download YouTube Playlist
    8.  MP3 Downloader
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    12.  Portable

    JDownloader VS Internet Download Manager

     
    Comments about JDownloader as an Alternative to Internet Download Manager
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Negative Mar 27, 2020
    9

    the browser integration module is lacking

    Guest
    Negative Jan 8, 2019
    13

    It's still different from IDM, doesn't work like Idm does

    WinchesterDanny
    Negative Aug 24, 2024
    0

    useless...remove it from the list...

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    • Most users think JDownloader is a great Internet Download Manager alternative.

    • JDownloader is Free and ProprietaryInternet Download Manager is Paid and Proprietary
  5. DownThemAll icon
     828 likes
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    Browser extension offering advanced download capabilities, enabling users to gather links and images with customizable criteria on Firefox, Chrome, and Opera. Developed by Nils Maier, Federico Parodi, and Stefano Verna, it simplifies file downloads with efficiency and high quality.

    109 DownThemAll alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Pale Moon
    • Mozilla Firefox

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Browser integration
    2.  Download Accelerator
    3.  Image Downloader
    4.  Multipart download
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Resume interrupted downloads
    8.  Bulk Image Downloader
    9.  Pause Downloads
    10.  Bulk download
    11.  Configurable Brave shields
    12.  Opera extension

    DownThemAll VS Internet Download Manager

     
    Comments about DownThemAll as an Alternative to Internet Download Manager
    Comment summary: DownThemAll is frequently praised for its capabilities as a browser extension that works well with Firefox, but some users note its limitations compared to Internet Download Manager (IDM), which functions independently of browsers. While DownThemAll is regarded as user-friendly with good plugin support and constant updates, criticisms include it being limited to a web extension and being outdated at times. IDM is recognized for its broader scope and functionalities such as pausing, resuming, and accelerating downloads.
    Top Positive Comment
    SpaceOctopus
    Dec 27, 2023
    1

    It does everything IDM does, but more - and it can handle file hosters much better, specifically premium ones that require accounts, or multi-account ones. It's just a lot easier to use. It has a great browser add-on, works with youtube, plugins, including one for unpacking archives, and is updated constantly. It's also free! If you want the version that isn't bundled with stuff, do a search for it, it exists on their on forum :)

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Jan 31, 2016
    64

    DownloadThemAll is just a Firefox extension while Internet Download Manager is a complete software that works on all browsers

    Most Recent Comment
    WinchesterDanny
    Negative Aug 24, 2024
    -1

    web extension and not an open source software..remove it from the list

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    • Most users think DownThemAll is a great Internet Download Manager alternative.

    • DownThemAll is Free and Open SourceInternet Download Manager is Paid and Proprietary
    • DownThemAll is Privacy focusedInternet Download Manager is not according to our users
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    With this app, you can easily download files from anywhere. Enjoy fast, free downloads with seamless browser extension support.

    21 AB Download Manager alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • IR flagIran

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Brave
    • Chromium
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Mac

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Video Download
    4.  No registration required
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  Download Scheduling
    7.  Resume interrupted downloads
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  MP3 Downloader
    10.  Multiple languages
    11.  Portable

    AB Download Manager VS Internet Download Manager

     
    Comments about AB Download Manager as an Alternative to Internet Download Manager
    sedeti
    Negative Jun 3, 2025
    0

    It would be nice if it could actually detect videos

    Guest
    Positive Jul 11, 2025
    0

    It's better in almost every way. It has much better GUI and is overall a good alternative

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    • Most users think AB Download Manager is a great Internet Download Manager alternative.

    • AB Download Manager is Free and Open SourceInternet Download Manager is Paid and Proprietary
    • AB Download Manager is Privacy focused and LightweightInternet Download Manager is not according to our users
  7. Cobalt Tools icon
     57 likes
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    Cobalt is your go-to place for downloads from social and media platforms. zero ads, trackers, or other creepy bullshit. simply paste a share link and you're ready to rock!.

    191 Cobalt Tools alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  YouTube Downloader
    2.  Video Download
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  MP3 Downloader
    6.  Support for 4K
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  SoundCloud Downloader
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  No installation required
    11.  Download videos from Instagram
    12.  Download videos from Facebook

    Cobalt Tools VS Internet Download Manager

     
    • Cobalt Tools is the most popular Web-based & Self-Hosted alternative to Internet Download Manager.

    • Cobalt Tools is Free and Open SourceInternet Download Manager is Paid and Proprietary
    • Cobalt Tools is Privacy focused and LightweightInternet Download Manager is not according to our users
  8. aria2 icon
     231 likes
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    Multi-protocol & multi-source, cross platform download utility.

    113 aria2 alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • JP flagJapan

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Xfce

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  Support for Multiple protocols
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Resume interrupted downloads
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Support for Remote Control

    aria2 VS Internet Download Manager

     
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