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vidIQ
vidiq.com/extensionAlso covers browser extension, chrome extensions, and chrome firefox
vidIQ provides a browser extension for YouTube, with tools for channel and video creators.
Alternatives
The Best Focused YouTube Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 10 open source
Looking for something like Focused YouTube? Here are 24 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 Focused YouTubegithub.com/makaroni4/focused_youtube
VisitThis browser extension removes distracting YouTube elements to help users focus while watching videos.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionvidIQvidIQ provides a browser extension for YouTube, with tools…Free or freemium optionTubeVaultTubeVault saves and organizes YouTube videos into custom…Open source optionJump CutterA browser extension that fast-forwards long pauses between…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vidIQ | — | Not stated | Browser extension, Web |
| 2 | Jump Cutter | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 3 | Thumbnail Rating Bar | — | Yes | Android, Browser extension |
| 4 | YT LiveChat Flusher | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 5 | Tweaks for YT | — | Not stated | Browser extension, Web |
| 6 | SubtitlesForYoutube | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 7 | YouTube Captions Search by Petr | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 8 | Localtube Manager | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 9 | BlockTube | — | Yes | Browser extension, Android |
| 10 | Shorts Deflector | — | Yes | Browser extension |
All Focused YouTube alternatives
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Also covers browser extension, chrome extensions, and open source · same kind of open-source project
A browser extension that fast-forwards long pauses between sentences, including while watching lectures.
3
Also covers browser extension, chrome extensions, and open source · same kind of open-source project
See a likes-to-dislikes ratio bar on YouTube video thumbnails with this Chrome and Firefox extension.
4
Also covers browser extension, chrome extensions, and open source · same kind of open-source project
YouTube LiveChat Flusher adds scrolling bullet-style messages to YouTube Live, similar to chat overlays on NicoNico and Bilibili.
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Tweaks for YT
inzk.dev/tweaks-for-youtubeAlso covers browser extension and chrome firefox
Tweaks for YT adds mouse and keyboard controls for seeking, volume, playback speed, and other YouTube functions.
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SubtitlesForYoutube
github.com/yashagarwal1411/SubtitlesForYoutubeAlso covers browser extension and chrome extensions · same kind of open-source project
Add external SRT subtitles to YouTube videos with this Chrome extension, including files dragged into the page.
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YouTube Captions Search by Petr
addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/youtube…Also covers browser extension and chrome extensions
Search captions on YouTube videos with this Firefox extension, using a find-style query when captions are available.
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Localtube Manager
github.com/abhishekY495/localtube-managerAlso covers browser extension and chrome extensions · same kind of open-source project
Use YouTube without a Google account, while liking videos, subscribing to channels, and managing playlists.
9
Also covers chrome extensions and open source · same kind of open-source project
Filter YouTube videos and comments by titles, channels, IDs, users, or comment text with this browser extension.
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Also covers browser extension and open source · same kind of open-source project
Watch YouTube Shorts through the normal desktop interface with this Chromium and Firefox extension.
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Also covers browser extension and open source · same kind of open-source project
Hide selected parts of YouTube’s interface with toggles in this browser extension.
12
Also covers browser extension and open source · same kind of open-source project
YouTube No Translation keeps video titles, descriptions, and audio in their original language in a web browser.
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Also covers browser extension and open source · same kind of open-source project
This cross-browser plugin hides selected YouTube interface features associated with extended viewing.
14
Control Panel for YouTube
soitis.dev/control-panel-for-youtubeAlso covers browser extension
A browser extension, Control Panel for YouTube adds settings for adjusting playback and site behavior.
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LocalTube Manager
localtubemanager.pages.devAlso covers browser extension
LocalTube Manager supports a YouTube viewing workflow without a Google account through a browser extension.
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YouTube No Translation
youtube-no-translation.vercel.appAlso covers browser extension
The YouTube No Translation extension changes translation display so videos stay in their original language when viewed in a browser.
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Magic Actions
chromeactions.comAlso covers browser extension
Magic Actions provides browser extensions and desktop apps for customizing Google Chrome and other web experiences.
18
DeArrow
dearrow.ajay.appAlso covers browser extension
DeArrow replaces YouTube titles and thumbnails through a browser extension, with community guidelines and an API for submitted changes.
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Also covers browser extension · free plan
TubeVault saves and organizes YouTube videos into custom collections that users can share.
20
CommentShark
commentshark.com/youtube-comment-searcherAlso covers browser extension
CommentShark finds and displays comments from public YouTube videos, letting users search or read a video's discussion.
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Tube Archivist
tubearchivist.comAlso covers browser extension
The Tube Archivist self-hosted media server organizes and provides access to a personal YouTube video library.
22
UnTrap
untrap.appUnTrap removes YouTube distractions and filters page elements, letting users adjust the viewing layout to focus on selected content.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
yt-neuter provides uBlock filters for hiding unwanted YouTube interface elements.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Video Speed Controller adjusts playback speed for HTML5 video and audio elements across websites.
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Alternatives to similar tools
SubtitlesForYoutube24 alternativesJump Cutter24 alternativesCommentShark24 alternativesYou Tube No Translation24 alternativesControl Panel for YouTube24 alternativesTweaks for YT24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Focused YouTube?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Focused YouTube are vidIQ, Jump Cutter, and Thumbnail Rating Bar.
Is there a free alternative to Focused YouTube?
Yes. TubeVault is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Focused YouTube?
Yes: Jump Cutter, Thumbnail Rating Bar, YT LiveChat Flusher, and BlockTube.
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