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Control Panel for YouTube
soitis.dev/control-panel-for-youtubeAlso covers ios · same kind of app
A browser extension, Control Panel for YouTube adds settings for adjusting playback and site behavior.
Alternatives
The Best ImprovedTube Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 8 open source
Looking for something like ImprovedTube? 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 8 are open source.
About ImprovedTubeimprovedtube.com
VisitImprovedTube adds controls and settings for YouTube, with documentation and channels for bug reports and feature requests.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionControl Panel for YouTubeA browser extension, Control Panel for YouTube adds…Free or freemium optionYoutube channel IDA web tool that retrieves a YouTube channel ID from a…Open source optionYouTube Spammer PurgeScan YouTube comments for spam, then filter, search…Another optionTweaks for YTTweaks for YT adds mouse and keyboard controls for seeking…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Control Panel for YouTube | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 2 | Tweaks for YT | — | Not stated | Browser extension, Web |
| 3 | YouTube Spammer Purge | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 4 | Enhancer for YT | — | Not stated | Web |
| 5 | YTCH | — | Not stated | Web |
| 6 | youtube-local | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | YT LiveChat Flusher | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 8 | PKGA | — | Not stated | iOS, Web |
| 9 | playlist.tools | — | Not stated | Web |
| 10 | Youtube Multiplier | — | Not stated | Web |
All ImprovedTube alternatives
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Tweaks for YT
inzk.dev/tweaks-for-youtubeTweaks for YT adds mouse and keyboard controls for seeking, volume, playback speed, and other YouTube functions.
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Scan YouTube comments for spam, then filter, search, delete, or report matching comments on channels.
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Enhancer for YT
mrfdev.com/enhancer-for-youtubeEnhancer for YT adds features and controls to customize YouTube playback and the viewing experience.
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YTCH
ytch.tvYTCH organizes YouTube videos into channel-style pages, with settings for displaying captions, titles, and channel names.
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Watch YouTube through a browser-based client that routes requests through Tor, except for the video file host.
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YouTube LiveChat Flusher adds scrolling bullet-style messages to YouTube Live, similar to chat overlays on NicoNico and Bilibili.
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PKGA
greasyfork.org/en/scripts/442089Also covers ios
A Greasy Fork userscript titled YouTube Theater Mode; the supplied listing does not describe its specific controls.
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playlist.tools
playlist.toolsplaylist.tools lets users view and play YouTube playlists, with controls for reversing order and browsing their contents.
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Youtube Multiplier
youtubemultiplier.comYoutube Multiplier plays two to eight YouTube videos at once and provides shared controls for the combined playback.
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Localtube Manager
github.com/abhishekY495/localtube-managerUse YouTube without a Google account, while liking videos, subscribing to channels, and managing playlists.
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Filter YouTube videos and comments by titles, channels, IDs, users, or comment text with this browser extension.
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PocketTube
pockettube.ioAlso covers ios
PocketTube groups and organizes YouTube subscriptions, helping users browse channel feeds by category.
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vidIQ
vidiq.com/extensionvidIQ provides a browser extension for YouTube, with tools for channel and video creators.
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Unsubscribe from multiple YouTube channels with a browser script that works from the subscriptions page.
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Free plan
A web tool that retrieves a YouTube channel ID from a channel link, video link, username or handle and shows related channel information and available statistics.
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yt2pod monitors YouTube channels and publishes selected videos as audio podcast episodes.
18
YouTube search tool
aware-online.com/en/osint-tools/youtube-search…YouTube search tool provides OSINT utilities for finding and investigating YouTube video and channel information.
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YouTube Metadata
mattw.io/youtube-metadataYouTube Metadata gathers details about a video, playlist, or channel and presents metadata for the selected item.
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Sync YouTube channels and playlists to a locally hosted media server with TubeSync.
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PLAYBOARD
playboard.coPLAYBOARD ranks and analyzes YouTube channels by subscriber counts, views, and Super Chat activity, with filters for channel discovery.
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YouTube Channel Spreadsheet
docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xZm5BcQTYJx8sf…This spreadsheet collects YouTube channels and supports sharing, editing, viewing, and adding entries collaboratively.
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YouTube Metadata Bulk
mattw.io/youtube-metadata/bulkCollect metadata for YouTube videos, playlists, and channels, with bulk lookup plus thumbnail search and location tools.
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yt-fts searches YouTube channel subtitles from the command line to support full-text transcript searches.
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Alternatives to similar tools
MassYoutubeUnsubscriber24 alternativesYoutube Multiplier24 alternativesControl Panel for YouTube24 alternativesyoutube-local24 alternativesTweaks for YT24 alternativesYouTube Metadata24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to ImprovedTube?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to ImprovedTube are Control Panel for YouTube, Tweaks for YT, and YouTube Spammer Purge.
Is there a free alternative to ImprovedTube?
Yes. Youtube channel ID is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to ImprovedTube?
Yes: YouTube Spammer Purge, youtube-local, YT LiveChat Flusher, and BlockTube.
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