YTDLnis

YTDLnis is a free Android app for downloading video and audio, presented as a graphical interface for yt-dlp. It works with sites supported by yt-dlp, which the site describes as more than 1,000 websites. Users can download playlists or multiple links, choose formats and containers, and set folders and filenames. Downloads can run in the background, be queued, reordered, scheduled, or run concurrently. Subtitle downloads are supported as well.

Observe Sources can check playlists, channels, and other pages periodically for newly uploaded videos. SponsorBlock integration can remove submitted sponsor and other segments from downloaded files or mark them as chapters. For additional control, users can run yt-dlp commands with templates, extra commands, or the app’s terminal. Cookies can be used to access private or members-only videos when the user’s account has access. The privacy policy says the app does not collect usage information, track activity, create profiles, or share user data. Only the latest release or beta is supported. There is no iOS or iPadOS version, and yt-dlp does not support DRM-protected services such as Netflix or Amazon Prime.

YTDLnis offers a broad set of download and queue controls in a free Android app. Check that your device runs Android and that the content source is supported by yt-dlp.

YTDLnis suits Android users who want configurable video, audio, playlist, or subtitle downloads from supported websites. Its command tools also suit users who want to customize yt-dlp behavior.

YTDLnis is a free Android app that gives yt-dlp a graphical interface for downloading video and audio. It suits Android users who want fine-grained control over queues, formats, and sources; its main drawback is that it cannot serve iPhone or iPad users, and DRM-protected services are out of reach.

Overview

YTDLnis reaches beyond a single video site: it supports sources yt-dlp can handle, which the app describes as more than 1,000 websites. It combines that breadth with controls for playlists, multiple links, file naming, and download scheduling. The result is a capable option for users who want to manage many downloads rather than save one clip at a time.

That flexibility has a learning curve. Command templates, extra yt-dlp commands, and an in-app terminal give experienced users room to customize behavior, but are more than a casual downloader needs. Source support also does not mean every site or video will work: yt-dlp does not support DRM-protected services such as Netflix or Amazon Prime.

Key features

Flexible downloads and queues

YTDLnis accepts playlists and multiple links, then lets users choose audio or video format, container, destination folder, and filename. Downloads can run in the background, wait in a queue, be reordered or scheduled, and run concurrently. These controls are useful for larger batches, though concurrent downloads may be unnecessary for occasional use.

Monitoring and cleanup

Observe Sources can periodically check playlists, channels, or other pages and download new uploads. This suits users who want to keep up with ongoing feeds without manually revisiting them. SponsorBlock can remove submitted sponsor and other segments from files or preserve those segments as chapters, giving users a choice between a cleaner playback and retaining the original structure.

Advanced controls and account access

Users can run their own yt-dlp commands through templates, extra commands, and the in-app terminal. Cookie-based logins can also enable downloads of private or members-only videos when the user's account has access. These are meaningful capabilities for technically confident users, but they do not override a site's access controls or yt-dlp's DRM limitation.

For ReVanced integration, the documentation says to enter com.deniscerri.ytdl as the external downloader's app package name. The privacy policy says YTDLnis does not collect usage information, create user profiles, track activity, or share user data with third parties.

Pricing

YTDLnis is free and open source, with no ads, for Android 7.0 and later. There is no paid tier to unlock, so users get the app without a subscription or a stated usage cap. The trade-off is platform reach: the app has no iOS or iPadOS version, and there are no plans for one.

Platforms

YTDLnis runs on Android 7.0 and later. Only the latest release or beta version is supported, so users should keep to a current supported version. There is no iPhone or iPad edition.

Who it's for

Choose YTDLnis if you use Android, download from yt-dlp-supported sites, and value batch handling, playlist monitoring, scheduling, or command-level customization. It is a particularly good fit for users who want those controls without ads or a paid plan. Look elsewhere if you need an iOS app, expect DRM-protected streaming downloads, or want a simpler tool for occasional saves.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Supports more than 1,000 yt-dlp-compatible websites, making it useful beyond a single source.
• Pro: Playlist and batch downloads, queue management, scheduling, and concurrent jobs suit heavier download workflows.
• Pro: Observe Sources and SponsorBlock add practical automation and playback cleanup options.
• Pro: Free, open source, ad-free, and says it does not collect or share user data.
• Con: Android only, with no iOS or iPadOS version planned.
• Con: DRM-protected services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime are unsupported.
• Con: Advanced command and terminal controls may be more complexity than casual users need.

Alternatives

Browse video downloaders for more options. 4K Video Downloader+ is worth considering if you want a downloader with a free basic plan and a free trial across Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows.

MeTube is a free, self-hosted alternative with Android, iOS, browser extension, Linux, and web availability. SSvid offers a no-signup free plan capped at five downloads per day, for users whose needs fit that limit.

DownSnap is a free option across Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows, with no download limits or sign-up required. Ghost Downloader is another free and open-source choice, available on Android, browser extension, Linux, macOS, and Windows.

iTubeGo offers phone plans alongside a freemium model. Seal Plus is a free, open-source Android alternative for Android 7.0 and later. Firedown is a free Android app; its optional cloud backup is paid.

Verdict

YTDLnis is a strong choice for Android users who want broad yt-dlp source support and serious control over batches, queues, and monitoring without paying or accepting ads. Its advanced tools reward users willing to configure their workflow. Choose another app if you need iOS support, a simpler experience, or downloads from DRM-protected services.