YouTube Video Downloader — Up to 4K
Download any YouTube video in up to 4K 2160p quality. Supports single videos, entire playlists, shorts, channels, and live streams. The best free YouTube downloader for Windows, Mac & Linux.
Why PurffleGrab is the Best YouTube Downloader & Spotify Download Tool
No browser extensions, no sketchy websites, no accounts. The most feature-rich free YouTube downloader and Spotify playlist download app — with 44+ features.
Spotify Playlist Download — MP3 & FLAC
Download complete Spotify playlists, albums, and tracks. Automatically embeds cover art, artist, album, and title metadata. The easiest way to download a Spotify playlist to MP3 or FLAC.
Built-in YouTube Search
Search YouTube directly from the app. Browse results, preview thumbnails, filter by type, and download — all without opening a browser.
Batch & Queue Downloads
Paste many links at once, drag-and-drop, import from files. Manage a download queue with concurrent downloads — 100+ videos or tracks simultaneously.
Download Scheduler
Schedule downloads for later. Set date, time, and repeat frequency — PurffleGrab handles the rest. Perfect for off-peak or automated playlist updates.
Built-in Format Converter
Convert between audio and video formats without leaving the app. MP3, FLAC, M4A, WAV, Opus, OGG, AAC, MP4, WebM, MKV — all supported.
Video Trimming & Clipping
Clip any section of a YouTube video. Set start and end times — download just the part you need without downloading the full video.
Subtitles & Captions
Download and embed YouTube subtitles in any language. Supports manual and auto-generated captions, embedded directly into video files.
SponsorBlock Integration
Automatically skip sponsor segments, intros, and outros in downloaded YouTube videos using the community-driven SponsorBlock database.
Statistics & Analytics
Track downloads with animated charts. See totals, format breakdown, day streaks, heatmap calendar, speed history, and 14-day activity timeline.
Ultra Premium UI — 6 Mood Themes
Stunning glassmorphism design with ambient particles, animated gradients, spring animations, 9 accent colors, and 6 mood themes (Sunset, Ocean, Forest, Neon, Midnight, Cherry).
100% Private & Safe — Open Source
No telemetry, no analytics, no trackers, no ads. Your data stays on your computer. Fully open-source on GitHub with MIT license. Trusted by 5,000+ users.
Free YouTube Downloader for Windows, Mac & Linux
PurffleGrab is the fastest, most reliable free YouTube video downloader. Download YouTube videos, playlists, shorts, and music in any format and quality.
1
Copy YouTube URL
Go to YouTube and copy the video or playlist URL. Supports single videos, entire playlists, shorts, channels, and live streams.
2
Paste & Analyze
Paste the URL into PurffleGrab and click Analyze. For playlists, you'll see all videos listed with select/deselect options.
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Choose Quality & Download
Select MP4 (up to 4K), MP3 (up to 320kbps), FLAC, or any other format. Click Download with real-time progress, speed & ETA.
Download Spotify Playlists — Free Spotify Downloader
The best way to download Spotify playlists to MP3 and FLAC. PurffleGrab reads your Spotify playlist, finds the best audio, and saves every track with full metadata.
Download Full Playlists
Paste a Spotify playlist URL and download every track at once. Works with playlists of any size — 10 tracks or 1,000+.
Lossless FLAC Quality
Download in FLAC lossless quality for audiophile-grade listening. Also supports MP3 320kbps, M4A, WAV, and more.
Full Metadata Embedding
Every track includes embedded cover art, artist name, album title, track number — just like the original Spotify track.
Albums & Single Tracks Too
Not just playlists — download individual Spotify tracks and full albums with the same quality and metadata.
Built-in Audio Player, Equalizer & Visualizer
PurffleGrab isn't just a downloader — it's a full music player with pro audio tools. Listen to your downloads instantly.
Full Audio Player
Play MP3, FLAC, M4A, WAV, OGG. Drag-and-drop playlist, crossfade, favorites, gapless playback.
5-Band Equalizer
Presets: Bass Boost, Treble, Vocal, Rock, Flat. Real-time Web Audio API processing.
3 Visualizer Modes
Bars, Waveform, Circular. Real-time Canvas rendering reacting to your music.
Keyboard Piano
Playable triangle-wave piano. Use keyboard or on-screen keys.
Ambient Sound Mixer
Rain, Fire, Birds, Ocean Waves, Wind — procedural Web Audio synthesis.
6 Mood Themes
Sunset, Ocean, Forest, Neon, Midnight, Cherry Blossom color palettes.
Supported Download Formats
Download YouTube videos and Spotify playlists in the format that works best for your device.
MP3
M4A
FLAC
WAV
Opus
OGG
AAC
MP4
MKV
WebM
4K 2160p
1440p
1080p
720p
320 kbps
FLAC Lossless
See PurffleGrab in Action
A beautiful, premium UI with glassmorphism design, animated gradients, and mood themes. The most stunning YouTube downloader & Spotify playlist download app.
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Spotify Playlist
YouTube Search
Audio Player
Statistics
Achievements
Converter
Settings
PurffleGrab vs Other YouTube Downloaders
See why PurffleGrab is rated the best free YouTube downloader and Spotify playlist download tool.
| Feature | PurffleGrab | Browser Ext. | Online Sites | Paid Apps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free forever | Free / Paid | Free (ads) | $20-$50+ |
| Ads & popups | None | Some | Many | None |
| Spotify download | ✓ Full | ✕ | ✕ | Sometimes |
| YouTube playlists | ✓ Full | Limited | ✕ | ✓ |
| 4K download | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| FLAC lossless | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | Sometimes |
| Format converter | Built-in | ✕ | ✕ | Sometimes |
| Audio player | ✓ Full player | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Equalizer | ✓ 5-band | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Scheduler | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| SponsorBlock | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Mac & Linux | ✓ All | Browser | Browser | Sometimes |
| Open source | ✓ MIT | Sometimes | ✕ | ✕ |
| Privacy | No tracking | Varies | Tracks you | Varies |
What Users Say About PurffleGrab
Join thousands who trust PurffleGrab as their YouTube downloader and Spotify playlist download tool.
★★★★★
"The best YouTube downloader I've ever used. Clean UI, blazing fast, and it handles Spotify playlists perfectly. No ads, no malware — just works."
★★★★★
"I was looking for a free Spotify playlist download tool and tried everything. PurffleGrab is the only one that actually downloads with proper metadata and cover art."
★★★★★
"Switched from 4K Video Downloader and saved $20/year. PurffleGrab does everything it does plus Spotify downloads, format converter, and scheduler. All free."
★★★★★
"The v9.0 update is gorgeous — ambient particles, glass effects, mood themes, keyboard piano. Most beautiful YouTube downloader I've ever seen."
★★★★★
"Finally a YouTube downloader for Mac that actually works well. Native app, fast downloads, and the built-in audio player with equalizer is a bonus."
★★★★★
"Running PurffleGrab on Ubuntu — works flawlessly via AppImage. Best open-source Spotify downloader for Linux. The ambient sound mixer is incredible."
YouTube Downloader & Spotify Download FAQ
Everything you need to know about downloading YouTube videos and Spotify playlists with PurffleGrab.
What is the best free YouTube downloader in 2026?
PurffleGrab is widely considered the best free YouTube downloader in 2026. It supports 4K video downloads, entire playlist downloads, built-in YouTube search, format conversion, SponsorBlock, video trimming, download scheduling, and a built-in audio player with equalizer — all completely free with no ads. Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
How do I download a Spotify playlist to MP3 for free?
To download a Spotify playlist to MP3 for free: 1) Download and install PurffleGrab. 2) Copy the Spotify playlist URL. 3) Paste it into PurffleGrab and click Analyze. 4) Select MP3 format with 320kbps bitrate. 5) Click Download. PurffleGrab finds the best audio match for each track and embeds full metadata including cover art.
Is PurffleGrab really free? No hidden costs?
Yes, 100% free and open-source under the MIT license. No hidden costs, premium versions, subscriptions, or ads. All features — YouTube downloader, Spotify playlist download, audio player, equalizer, visualizer — are completely free with no download limits. It will always be free.
Can I download YouTube videos in 4K quality?
Yes! PurffleGrab is a full 4K YouTube video downloader. Select the "Best video (4K)" preset or manually set resolution to 2160p. It downloads the highest quality video and audio streams separately, then merges them into a single MP4 file with FFmpeg.
Does PurffleGrab work on Mac and Linux?
Yes! PurffleGrab v9.0 supports Windows (EXE installer), macOS (DMG for Intel & Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3), and Linux (AppImage & DEB package for Ubuntu/Debian). All platforms get the same 44+ features including YouTube downloader, Spotify playlist download, audio player, equalizer, and visualizer.
What is the best free YouTube downloader for Mac?
PurffleGrab is the best free YouTube downloader for Mac in 2026. It runs natively on macOS 10.15+ with Intel and Apple Silicon support. Features include 4K video downloads, Spotify playlist downloads, built-in audio player with equalizer and visualizer, format converter — all completely free and open-source.
How do I download an entire YouTube playlist?
Copy the YouTube playlist URL, paste it into PurffleGrab, and click Analyze. All videos in the playlist will be listed. Select or deselect individual videos, choose format and quality, and click Download. PurffleGrab downloads them all with progress tracking for each video.
Can I convert YouTube videos to MP3?
Yes, PurffleGrab is an excellent YouTube to MP3 converter. Select "Audio only" mode, choose MP3 format with your preferred bitrate (up to 320kbps), and download. You can also use the built-in format converter to convert any downloaded video to MP3 after downloading.
Is PurffleGrab safe? Does it contain malware?
PurffleGrab is completely open-source on GitHub — anyone can audit every line of code. It contains zero telemetry, analytics, ads, or trackers. It bundles yt-dlp and FFmpeg, which are trusted, widely-used open-source tools. No data ever leaves your computer.
Is there a free Spotify downloader for Linux?
Yes, PurffleGrab is a free, open-source Spotify downloader for Linux. Available as AppImage (universal) or DEB package (Debian/Ubuntu). Download Spotify playlists to MP3, FLAC, M4A, and more with full metadata — completely free with no ads.
Does PurffleGrab have a built-in music player?
Yes! PurffleGrab v9.0 includes a full audio player with 5-band equalizer, 3 visualizer modes (bars, waveform, circular), crossfade, drag-and-drop playlists, favorites, lyrics viewer, keyboard piano, and ambient sound mixer with rain, fire, birds, ocean waves, and wind sounds.
Is PurffleGrab better than yt-dlp?
PurffleGrab uses yt-dlp under the hood but adds a beautiful graphical interface, Spotify playlist support, built-in audio player with equalizer, download scheduler, format converter, video trimming, achievements, and 44+ other features. It makes yt-dlp easy to use without any command line knowledge.
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