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Also covers linux and open source · same kind of open-source project
PodDL provides a command-line utility for batch downloading podcast episodes across platforms.
Alternatives
The Best Downloader Alternatives in 2026
8 alternatives1 free · 8 open source
Looking for something like Downloader? Here are 8 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 8 are open source.
About Downloadergithub.com/get-iplayer/get_iplayer
Visitget_iplayer is a utility for downloading BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds programs and managing a personal media archive.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionPodDLPodDL provides a command-line utility for batch downloading…Free or freemium optionPodSyncPodSync converts YouTube or Vimeo channels, users, and…Another optionpodcast-dlUse this command-line tool to download and archive episodes…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PodDL | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 2 | podcast-dl | — | Yes | — |
| 3 | Awesome Persian Podcasts | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | RSS | — | Yes | Windows |
| 5 | podgrab | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | PodSync | Free | Yes | — |
| 7 | Spot Sponsor Block Extension | — | Yes | Android, Browser extension |
| 8 | castero | — | Yes | — |
All Downloader alternatives
2
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Use this command-line tool to download and archive episodes from podcast feeds.
3
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
This repository lists Persian-language podcasts for listeners seeking Persian audio programs.
4
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Spodcast proxies Spotify-hosted podcasts to RSS so they can be followed in players that support RSS.
5
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
A self-hosted manager downloads new podcast episodes and provides an integrated player.
6
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project · free
PodSync converts YouTube or Vimeo channels, users, and playlists into podcast feeds.
7
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Spot SponsorBlock Extension skips sponsor segments in Spotify podcasts through a browser extension.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
This terminal-based client lets users manage and listen to podcast feeds.
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Alternatives to similar tools
Awesome Persian Podcasts24 alternativesSpot Sponsor Block Extension12 alternativescastero13 alternativesPodDL24 alternativespodcast-dl24 alternativespodgrab24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Downloader?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Downloader are PodDL, podcast-dl, and Awesome Persian Podcasts.
Is there a free alternative to Downloader?
Yes. PodSync is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Downloader?
Yes: PodDL, podcast-dl, Awesome Persian Podcasts, and RSS.
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