Head-to-head · Video Downloaders
EGM Downloader vs MeowLoad
EGM Downloader leads on 0 checks, MeowLoad on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreEGM Downloader · 7.9/10
- Free planboth
EGM Downloader scores higher on our rubric for video downloaders: 7.9 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #8 and #17.
EGM Downloader is the better fit for open-source users needing advanced workflows. MeowLoad is the better fit for cross-platform users wanting broad media support.
- EGM Downloader fits best
Open-source users needing advanced workflows
- MeowLoad fits best
Cross-platform users wanting broad media support
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Side by side
| Feature | EGM Downloader 7.9/10 Visit ↗ | MeowLoad 7.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.9 | 7.0 |
| Ranking | #8 in Video Downloaders | #17 in Video Downloaders |
| Best for | Open-source users needing advanced workflows | Cross-platform users wanting broad media support |
| Pricing model | Free | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Free plan | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Web, Windows, macOS, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Community | Email, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features EGM Downloader 3/3 · MeowLoad 3/3 | ||
| Playlist downloads | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subtitle downloads | ✓ | ✓ |
| Batch downloads | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum video quality | 8k | 8k |
| Supported sources | YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Vimeo, and more than 1, 000 websites | 1, 000+ platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter/X, Vimeo, Twitch, SoundCloud and Bilibili |
| Output formats | MP4, MKV, MP4 H.264, MP3, M4A, OPUS, FLAC | MP4, MP3, M4A |
| Device platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Web, Windows, macOS, Chrome extension, API |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | EGM Downloader is a locally running desktop application for downloading video and extracting audio from supported online services. Its graphical interface is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it suited to users who want an… Read the review → |
MeowLoad is a media downloader for videos, music, images and livestreams. It supports link-based downloads from more than 1,000 websites, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter/X, Threads, Reddit, Vimeo, Twitch,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
EGM Downloader — where it wins
- Supports more than 1,000 websites and downloads up to 8K quality
- Queues, playlists, subscriptions, history, cookies, subtitles, and metadata
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux with GPU-accelerated conversion
Where it doesn't
- Restricted-content access depends on importing compatible browser cookies
- Its desktop application is limited to Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Users must comply with applicable laws and platform terms
MeowLoad — where it wins
- Supports downloads from more than 1,000 websites
- Handles playlists, channels, batch links and up to 8K quality
- Offers web, desktop, Chrome extension and API access
Where it doesn't
- Advanced downloading features require Premium
- Free access is limited to basic desktop functions
- Its broad feature set may exceed simple download needs
- EGM Downloader7.9/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source desktop downloader with advanced queues, subscriptions, and conversion.
Visit EGM DownloaderFull verdict → - MeowLoad7.0/10 · Free plan
A broad media downloader with strong batch, playlist, conversion and platform coverage.
Visit MeowLoadFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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