NewPipe Alternatives for Linux

NewPipe is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is FreeTube, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to NewPipe and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to NewPipe are yt-dlp, youtube-dl, Spotube and Grayjay.

filter to find the best alternatives

NewPipe alternatives are mainly YouTube Downloaders, but if you're looking for YouTube Clients or Video Downloaders you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android + YouTube Clients, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, Linux and Android + YouTube Downloader. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to NewPipe.
More about NewPipe
Copy a direct link to this comment to your clipboard
NewPipe alternatives page was last updated

Alternatives list

Ad
Screenshot
StreamFab Video Downloader icon
StreamFab Video Downloader

Download and enjoy your favorite videos offline with DVDFab Downloader - versatile, high-speed, and compatible with all major streaming platforms.

https://streamfab.com
Learn More
  1. FreeTube icon

    FreeTube

     267 likes

    FreeTube is an open source desktop YouTube player that lets you watch videos without ads and protects privacy by preventing Google tracking through cookies and JavaScript. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, it stores data locally, recommends VPN/Tor for anonymity, and supports feature-rich viewing.

    81 FreeTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Subscriptions showcase
     
    |
    2
    31
    Comments about FreeTube as an Alternative to NewPipe
    Ísis Stelling
    Positive
    9

    The greatest desktop alternative.

    BorisF
    Positive
    1

    Not really competing with each other since one is on Windows And Apple OS and the other on Android only, but they do provide similar great experience.

    NewPipe Icon
    FreeTube icon

    • Almost everyone thinks FreeTube is a great NewPipe alternative.

    • FreeTube is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to NewPipe.

    • FreeTube is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to NewPipe.

    • FreeTube is Free and Open SourceNewPipe is also Free and Open Source
  2. yt-dlp icon

    yt-dlp

     200 likes

    Command line program that's a youtube-dl fork that downloads videos from YouTube and over 1000 sites. The main focus of this project is adding new features and patches while also keeping up to date with the original project.

    259 yt-dlp alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Termux
    yt-dlp screenshot 1
     
  3. youtube-dl icon

    youtube-dl

     461 likes

    A platform-independent command-line program for downloading videos from YouTube and 1000+ sites. Supports playlists, subtitles, and multiple formats.

    257 youtube-dl alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Python
    • TrueOS
    youtube-dl screenshot 1
     
    |
    2
    7
    Comments about youtube-dl as an Alternative to NewPipe
    Wanrim
    Negative
    2

    NewPipe it's an app, not a tool same as youtube-dl.

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    it's multi platform altough GUI-less (but there is wrapper for it)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    NewPipe Icon
    youtube-dl icon

    • Some users think youtube-dl is a great NewPipe alternative, some don't.

    • youtube-dl is Free and Open SourceNewPipe is also Free and Open Source
    • youtube-dl is CustomizableNewPipe is not according to our users
  4. Spotube icon

    Spotube

     135 likes

    Cross-platform client for desktop and mobile enabling manual playback, free streaming via YouTube without a Spotify Premium account, playlist creation, auto-generation, time-synced lyrics, music download, dark theme, integration with Piped and Sponsorblock, and multi-language support.

    64 Spotube alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Android Tablet
    • iPhone
    • Online
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    Spotube Desktop UI
     
  5. Grayjay icon

    Grayjay

     62 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.

    34 Grayjay alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    Grayjay screenshot 1
     
    |
    1
    Comments about Grayjay as an Alternative to NewPipe
    Nickname
    Positive
    1

    It supports a lot of sources and a combined feed, is privacy focused, and has features like backgroundplay. In addition it allows for deeper integration with some services(activity sharing/watch status) etc.

    NewPipe Icon
    Grayjay icon
    • Grayjay is Free and ProprietaryNewPipe is Free and Open Source
  6. nuclear icon

    nuclear

     103 likes

    Free, open-source music player streaming from YouTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, and other platforms, with lyrics, downloads, radio mode, ad-skipping, Last.fm scrobbling, bookmarking, Discogs data search, multi-language support, Dark Mode, and Mastodon integration.

    73 nuclear alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Window Manager
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    nuclear screenshot 1
     
  7. Ad
    Screenshot
    4k Video Downloader icon
    4k Video Downloader

    Download videos from all popular websites including YouTube, Vimeo, TikTok, SoundCloud, Facebook, Twitch, Bilibili and more in high-quality.

    https://www.4kdownload.com
    Learn More
  8. Video DownloadHelper icon

    Video DownloadHelper

     290 likes

    Browser extension for Chrome and Firefox that allows users to download audio and video files from numerous websites. Detects downloadable content automatically, signals with animated icon, and offers convenient download menu. Includes batch downloads and file conversion.

    212 Video DownloadHelper alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Video DownloadHelper screenshot 1
     
  9. NouTube icon

    NouTube

     33 likes

    Offers ad-free access to both video and music streaming, enables background playback, manages playlists and libraries without login, hides shorts, and is open-source for enhanced privacy and control across platforms, serving as an alternative to default clients.

    40 NouTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    NouTube screenshot 1
    NouTube screenshot 2
    NouTube screenshot 3
     
  13. SpMp icon

    SpMp

     20 likes

    YouTube Music client for Android and desktop enabling colour customisation, advanced metadata editing, multi-language support, in-app login, time-synced lyrics with furigana, Discord presence, batch actions, playlist pinning, and multi-platform sync.

    123 SpMp alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • F-Droid
    Windows app #1
     
12 of 37 NewPipe alternatives