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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.
Alternatives
The Best Less Addictive YouTube Alternatives in 2026
23 alternatives1 free · 10 open source
Looking for something like Less Addictive YouTube? Here are 23 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 Less Addictive YouTubegithub.com/AlexisDrain/Less-Addictive-YouTube
VisitThis cross-browser plugin hides selected YouTube interface features associated with extended viewing.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionTubeModHide selected parts of YouTube’s interface with toggles in…Free or freemium optionTubeVaultTubeVault saves and organizes YouTube videos into custom…Another optionShorts DeflectorWatch YouTube Shorts through the normal desktop interface…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TubeMod | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 2 | Shorts Deflector | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 3 | Focused YouTube | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 4 | You Tube No Translation | — | Yes | Browser extension, macOS |
| 5 | Jump Cutter | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 6 | YT LiveChat Flusher | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 7 | Thumbnail Rating Bar | — | Yes | Android, Browser extension |
| 8 | Control Panel for YouTube | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 9 | LocalTube Manager | — | Not stated | Browser extension, Web |
| 10 | SubtitlesForYoutube | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
All Less Addictive YouTube alternatives
2
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.
3
Also covers browser extension and open source · same kind of open-source project
This browser extension removes distracting YouTube elements to help users focus while watching videos.
4
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.
5
Also covers browser extension and open source · same kind of open-source project
A browser extension that fast-forwards long pauses between sentences, including while watching lectures.
6
Also covers browser extension 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.
7
Also covers browser extension 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.
8
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.
9
LocalTube Manager
localtubemanager.pages.devAlso covers browser extension
LocalTube Manager supports a YouTube viewing workflow without a Google account through a browser extension.
10
SubtitlesForYoutube
github.com/yashagarwal1411/SubtitlesForYoutubeAlso covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project
Add external SRT subtitles to YouTube videos with this Chrome extension, including files dragged into the page.
11
Localtube Manager
github.com/abhishekY495/localtube-managerAlso covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project
Use YouTube without a Google account, while liking videos, subscribing to channels, and managing playlists.
12
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
yt-neuter provides uBlock filters for hiding unwanted YouTube interface elements.
13
Magic Actions
chromeactions.comAlso covers browser extension
Magic Actions provides browser extensions and desktop apps for customizing Google Chrome and other web experiences.
14
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.
15
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.
16
Also covers browser extension · free plan
TubeVault saves and organizes YouTube videos into custom collections that users can share.
17
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.
18
Tweaks for YT
inzk.dev/tweaks-for-youtubeAlso covers browser extension
Tweaks for YT adds mouse and keyboard controls for seeking, volume, playback speed, and other YouTube functions.
19
Tube Archivist
tubearchivist.comAlso covers browser extension
The Tube Archivist self-hosted media server organizes and provides access to a personal YouTube video library.
20
vidIQ
vidiq.com/extensionAlso covers browser extension
vidIQ provides a browser extension for YouTube, with tools for channel and video creators.
21
YouTube Captions Search by Petr
addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/youtube…Also covers browser extension
Search captions on YouTube videos with this Firefox extension, using a find-style query when captions are available.
22
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
yt2pod monitors YouTube channels and publishes selected videos as audio podcast episodes.
23
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
ytcc tracks selected playlists on YouTube and other services from the command line.
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Alternatives to similar tools
SubtitlesForYoutube23 alternativesCommentShark23 alternativesYou Tube No Translation23 alternativesJump Cutter23 alternativesControl Panel for YouTube23 alternativesTweaks for YT23 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Less Addictive YouTube?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Less Addictive YouTube are TubeMod, Shorts Deflector, and Focused YouTube.
Is there a free alternative to Less Addictive YouTube?
Yes. TubeVault is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Less Addictive YouTube?
Yes: TubeMod, Shorts Deflector, Focused YouTube, and You Tube No Translation.
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