Clipmoth review
A low-cost local downloader for webpage video, HLS streams, playlists and batch jobs.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Clipmoth is a video downloader built around a Chrome extension and Windows desktop app. It detects videos playing on webpages and saves media locally, including HLS .m3u8 streams and AES-128 encrypted HLS streams. The Windows app supports YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and more than 1,000 sites, with sources also including X, Twitch, niconico, Vimeo, SoundCloud, news sites, blogs, VOD and social embeds. It suits users who want to capture webpage streams, download playlists or batches, and convert downloads to MP3, while local processing keeps media on the user’s device rather than uploading it to Clipmoth servers.
Pricing is straightforward. The Free plan costs nothing, requires no signup, and includes the Chrome extension with no watermark, but it has daily download limits. Premium costs $9.99 as a one-time payment and provides a lifetime license, unlimited downloads, the Chrome extension and Windows app, batch and playlist downloads, and 4K/8K downloads on desktop. A 30-day free trial is also offered. This structure makes Clipmoth a practical fit for occasional users who can work within daily limits as well as for users who want a low-cost one-time upgrade for repeated downloads.
Platform coverage is the main constraint. Clipmoth currently supports Chrome and Windows; Edge and Firefox are described as forthcoming, so users on other browsers or operating systems should choose a downloader with broader platform support. For supported devices, the feature set is focused and clear: output options include MP4, WebM, MP3, M4A and HLS, while the Windows app adds higher-resolution downloads and MP3 conversion. Choose Clipmoth for local webpage capture and batch-oriented downloads on Chrome or Windows; look elsewhere if browser breadth or cross-platform access matters more.
Clipmoth pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Detects webpage videos and HLS streams, including AES-128 encrypted HLS.
- Supports playlists, batch downloads and more than 1,000 sites.
- Windows app offers 4K/8K downloads and local media processing.
- Where it doesn't
- Platform coverage is limited to Chrome and Windows.
- The Free plan includes daily download limits.
- Unlimited, batch, playlist and desktop 4K/8K downloads require Premium.
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