We sometimes feel the need for downloading online videos (especially from YouTube) for offline access. Given that prominent streaming sites do not provide the option to download, we need to rely on other third-party applications. TubeMate is one of those apps. But if you don’t like using it for any reason, you should look into the list of TubeMate alternative apps that I am going to share here.

TubeMate Alternative Apps

Video Downloader Pro

The application I have shared above is only available for Android. So, you might ask for one to use on your iOS device. Here it comes, Best Video Downloader.

They follow almost the same design you see on mobile Safari browser. The seamless browser support helps you download all the videos without any stutter. It doesn’t charge anything extra for downloading and you can even keep the processes in the background to indulge in other activities.

You need to pay a few bucks to get your hands on this application.

Link: iOS

VidMate

VidMate is another app like TubeMate. VidMate is an improvised version of TubeMate, I should say. The main reason I ditched the first app is due to its dreary UI. On the other hand, this one here has got a perfect user interface.

VidMate packs in a browser inside the app, using which you can visit any web page and download embed videos if any. In case you use the YouTube application a lot, you can direct VidMate to begin downloading a particular video by following Share» VidMate.

If you search on Google Play Store, you will come across some impersonating applications. For the original app, you should use the link below.

Link: VidMate

SnapTube

SnapTube is yet another best alternative to TubeMate, which provides you with the perfect solution to download embedded videos from web pages. If you ask me for a video downloader app with the best user interface, my vote will go to the ballot box of SnapTube.

On the interface, they have links to popular video streaming websites in the form of tiles. You can tap on any of them, browse a video and start downloading it. Or else, you can use their address bar to paste the URL, so that you can avoid wandering and save time.

SnapTube is only available for Android.

Link: Snaptube

YouTube Go

YouTube Go is an official Google app for Android that was initially created for devices that can’t handle the full YouTube app.

However, many people use it as a YouTube downloader, especially after YouTube tightened its Terms of Service. With YouTube Go, users can download YouTube videos for free, with no expiry. It’s very easy to use.

There are no restrictions on the video quality of the video that you can download. You can even download videos in HD quality. Even videos that aren’t available for download on the full YouTube app can be downloaded here. Plus, you can even share downloaded videos to another device via Bluetooth.

The only real downside is that it solely works with YouTube, unlike other apps on this list that can be used with other social media apps or sites as well. Also, YouTube Go is not available for all devices and regions, so you’ll have to check to see if your device is compatible with the app.

Link: YouTube Go

Y2Mate

Y2Mate is a free YouTube downloader and a great TubeMate alternative for both iOS and Android.

Using this app, you can download all kinds of videos on YouTube for free. And it doesn’t just work with YouTube. You can download videos from pretty much any site, including Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. 

All video formats are supported, such as AVI, MP4, MOV, WMV, and many more. The app also allows you to download high-resolution videos, supporting up to 4K UHD videos. I also personally like the HDR Video Enhancement feature that can improve the quality of your downloaded videos by up to 30%.

The app gives you the choice to watch videos online or offline. There’s also a free VPN built into the app that allows you to browse sites safely.

Link: Y2Mate

Video Downloader

As the name suggests, Video Downloader can help you download videos to your phone quickly and easily.

This free app has a built-in browser that you can use to search for videos that you want to download. It also has a built-in player where you can see all your downloaded videos and play them from there. 

All formats are also supported, including MP4, MOV, WMV, AVI, and more. Even non-video formats, such as PDF, TXT, and DOC are supported as well.

My favorite part of this app is the download manager, which you can use to download multiple files at once and even pause and resume downloads. This is great because, in case of failed downloads, you don’t have to start the entire download process all over again. 

You can also choose to save your files in a password-protected folder, away from any prying eyes.

Link: Video Downloader

Video Downloader, Private File Downloader & Saver

Video Downloader, Private File Downloader & Saver is another TubeMate alternative app that allows you to do a free download of your favorite videos online.

It supports multiple sites, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, and TikTok, as well as messaging apps like WhatsApp and Messenger. There’s also a built-in file manager that you can use to download multiple files at once, saving you time and effort when downloading files. 

You’re free to choose the resolution of the video that you want to download. For instance, if you’re running out of space, you can opt to download a low-res version of the video.

It also allows you to create a password-protected private folder where you can put all the downloaded files that you want to hide.

Link: Video Downloader, Private File Downloader & Saver

KeepVid Android

As the name suggests the app is specifically developed for Android platform. You can directly search on YouTube for videos using the inbuilt browser the application has got. It is also possible to download Facebook videos using KeepVid.

As in any other application here, this one offers a converter, which you can use to download the audio of the file in MP3 format. KeepVid manages batch processes well that speed gets equally divided among them.

You can use the link given below to download the app from the official site. They also have a QR code there, which you can use in case you are browsing this on a computer.

Link: KeepVid for Android

Wrapping Up

There you have it, eight TubeMate alternatives for Android and iOS! They all fulfill the same purpose but on different user interfaces. Of course, there may be some differences in the functioning and the supported formats too but they are also easy to use and offer HD quality.

Just pick up an app and start using it. In case you don’t like one, you can move on to the next one on this list.