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Also covers downloads, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
PixivUtil2 is a repository project for downloading images from Pixiv, according to its description.
Alternatives
The Best Downloader Alternatives in 2026
11 alternatives1 free · 10 open source
Looking for something like Downloader? Here are 11 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 10 are open source.
About Downloadergithub.com/beaufour/flickr-download
VisitThis Flickr tool downloads photo sets using a user-provided API key and can list public set IDs for a specified account.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionDownloaderPixivUtil2 is a repository project for downloading images…Free or freemium optionhydrusHydrus Network organizes large media collections with tags…Another optionHydrusHydrus Network manages large media libraries with tags…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Downloader | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Hydrus | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 3 | hydrus | Free | Yes | Windows, Linux, macOS |
| 4 | PixivBatchDownloader | — | Yes | Android, Browser extension |
| 5 | RipMe | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 6 | Image Picka | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 7 | imgbrd-grabber | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | SVG Gobbler | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 9 | free-gophers-pack | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | Cute Save Button | — | Yes | — |
All Downloader alternatives
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Hydrus
github.com/hydrusnetwork/hydrusAlso covers python · same kind of open-source project
Hydrus Network manages large media libraries with tags, imports files and tags from local drives or websites, and supports user-run sharing servers.
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Also covers python · free
Hydrus Network organizes large media collections with tags instead of folders and can import files and tags from local storage or websites.
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Also covers downloads and open source · same kind of open-source project
This browser extension batch-downloads Pixiv illustrations and novels, with filtering, renaming, and animated-image conversion features.
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Also covers downloads and open source · same kind of open-source project
RipMe downloads web albums in bulk for archiving and runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS, according to its repository documentation.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
The Image Picka extension helps users select and download images in Firefox or Chrome, with repository topics for batch downloads and URL transforms.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
A customizable imageboard and booru downloader, imgbrd-Grabber includes filename controls according to its repository description.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
An open-source browser extension, SVG Gobbler finds, edits, exports, optimizes, and manages SVG graphics from webpages.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
This pack contains more than 100 gopher illustrations and design elements for Go-related presentations, posts, courses, videos, and other media.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Cute Save Button adds one-click or hotkey saving for images and WebM files, with configurable save locations and browser extensions available.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
PixEz Flutter is a third-party Pixiv client for viewing animated works, with builds listed for Android, iOS, and Windows.
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Alternatives to similar tools
PixivBatchDownloader13 alternativesRipMe9 alternativesfree-gophers-pack20 alternativesDownloader11 alternativesImage Picka21 alternativesimgbrd-grabber10 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Downloader?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Downloader are Downloader, Hydrus, and hydrus.
Is there a free alternative to Downloader?
Yes. hydrus is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Downloader?
Yes: Downloader, hydrus, PixivBatchDownloader, and RipMe.
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