GetFLV review
A protocol-focused downloader with broad source support, but a high upfront price.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
GetFLV is desktop software from Vdigger Software Inc. for downloading and processing online video. It supports HTTP, HDS, HLS, RTSP and MMS protocols, and covers sources including YouTube, Hulu, MTV, CBS and 200,000+ websites. Its audience is primarily users who need protocol coverage, batch downloads or tools built around FLV files, rather than a lightweight downloader for occasional single-file saves.
Pricing is structured around two one-time options. The Pro Version costs $199.95 and includes one year of free upgrades. The Golden Version costs $499.95 and includes lifetime free upgrades. There is no free plan, so the entry price is significant for buyers comparing downloaders by upfront cost. The published plans make the Golden Version relevant mainly to users who expect to keep the software over a longer period and value ongoing upgrade access.
The feature set extends beyond downloading: GetFLV can capture video and audio from the computer screen, convert files between supported formats, extract audio from downloaded FLV files, repair damaged FLV files and metadata, preview downloads, and resume stopped tasks. It also supports YouTube playlists, channels and user-video pages, plus output formats including FLV, AVI, WMV, MOV, ASF, MP4, 3GP, MP3, WMA and AAC. Official downloads cover Windows, with separate macOS and Android versions also available. Choose GetFLV for legacy protocol support, FLV repair and broader media handling; choose an alternative if you want a lower-cost or more narrowly focused downloader.
GetFLV pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Supports HTTP, HDS, HLS, RTSP and MMS protocols
- Handles playlists, channels, web-page batches and resumed downloads
- Adds conversion, screen capture, audio extraction and FLV repair
- Where it doesn't
- Starts at $199.95 with no free plan
- Windows-focused despite Windows, macOS and Android availability
- The feature set centers heavily on FLV and legacy workflows
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