By Huzaifa Alam, EasyYTDown · Updated September 27, 2026
Disclosure: we run EasyYTDown, so read this with that in mind. The SaveFrom.net details below come from SaveFrom's own website as published on September 27, 2026 (its homepage, YouTube page, and FAQ). Both services change their features, so check each site for the current details.
The Short Version
- SaveFrom.net is a general-purpose downloader for many websites, with a web version, a browser extension, and a separate desktop app.
- EasyYTDown only handles YouTube, runs entirely in the browser with nothing to install, and outputs MP4 or MP3.
If you need Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or other sites, EasyYTDown can't help. If you only need YouTube and don't want to install an extension or app, EasyYTDown is built for that.
Side-by-Side
| SaveFrom.net | EasyYTDown | |
|---|---|---|
| How you use it | Website, plus a browser extension ("SaveFrom Helper") and a desktop app | Website only |
| Sites supported | YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Vimeo, Dailymotion, VK, Reddit, Pinterest and others listed on its site | YouTube only |
| Formats | Its YouTube page lists MP4, MP3, WEBM and 3GP | MP4 (H.264 video, AAC audio) and MP3 |
| Higher YouTube qualities | Its FAQ directs you to its desktop app for 1080p and above; its YouTube page says the extension offers up to 4K | 360p, 480p and 720p free; 1080p on Pro; no 4K |
| Playlists | Its YouTube page mentions playlists | No, one video at a time |
| Price | Describes itself as free | Free: 5 downloads per day, up to 720p, no account. Pro: $4.99/month for unlimited downloads, 1080p and MP3 |
When SaveFrom.net Makes More Sense
- You want to download from sites other than YouTube.
- You're happy to install a browser extension or desktop app in exchange for more options, such as higher qualities.
When EasyYTDown Makes More Sense
- You only need YouTube videos or audio.
- You don't want to install anything, for example on a work computer, a Chromebook, or a phone.
- You want MP4 files that play in default players and messaging apps. EasyYTDown picks H.264 video with AAC audio, the most widely supported combination.
EasyYTDown's limits are real: YouTube only, no playlists, no 4K, and MP3 and 1080p need Pro. Videos that require sign-in (for example age-restricted ones) usually won't work.
How to Download a YouTube Video With EasyYTDown
- Copy the YouTube video URL.
- Paste it into the box on easyytdown.com.
- Choose MP4 or MP3 and a quality, then click Download Now.
- When the file is ready, click the download button to save it.
Other Options
- yt-dlp: a free, open-source command-line tool that supports many sites, playlists, and every quality a video offers. Setup instructions are in how to download YouTube videos on PC.
- YouTube Premium: YouTube's official offline downloads, which play inside the YouTube app rather than as regular files.
Staying Safe With Any Downloader
- Only install extensions or apps from the developer's official page or your browser's official extension store.
- Close any new tab or window that opens by itself, and don't install anything a download page prompts you to install unless you meant to.
- A video or audio file (MP4, MP3) can't install software. Be cautious with anything that downloads as .exe, .apk, .dmg or .zip when you expected a video.
FAQ
Does EasyYTDown work with Instagram or TikTok?
No. EasyYTDown only supports YouTube videos and Shorts.
Can EasyYTDown download YouTube playlists?
No, it downloads one video at a time. For whole playlists, see how to download a YouTube playlist.
Is it legal to use these tools?
Using any third-party downloader goes against YouTube's Terms of Service unless YouTube or the rights holder permits it, and copyright rules vary by country. See Is it legal to download YouTube videos?