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Also covers download manager and python
Python download management is available through Persepolis, with installation instructions and project details.
Alternatives
The Best Pyload Alternatives in 2026
16 alternatives1 free · 7 open source
Looking for something like Pyload? Here are 16 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 7 are open source.
Python-based download management is provided by pyLoad, a free and open-source application.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionpersepolisPython download management is available through Persepolis…Free or freemium optionGo SpeedGopeed is a free, open-source download manager supporting…Another optionYTDL AddonElephant is an add-on for Free Download Manager that…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | persepolis | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 2 | YTDL Addon | — | Yes | Windows |
| 3 | Varia | — | Yes | Windows |
| 4 | Persepolis Download Manager | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 5 | Free Download Manager official extension by freedownloadmanager.org | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 6 | Xtreme Download Manager (XDM) | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 7 | IDM Integration Module by Internet Download Manager, Tonec Inc. | — | Not stated | — |
| 8 | Surge by Surge | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 9 | AB Download Manager Browser Integration by Amir Ai | — | Not stated | — |
| 10 | xdm | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
All Pyload alternatives
2
Also covers download manager and python
Elephant is an add-on for Free Download Manager that supports video downloads from various sites.
3
Also covers download manager and python
Varia manages regular downloads, torrents, and video downloads from supported sites.
4
Persepolis Download Manager
persepolisdm.github.ioAlso covers download manager
Persepolis is a free and open-source download manager written in Python for GNU/Linux, BSD, macOS, and Windows.
5
Free Download Manager official extension by freedownloadmanager.org
addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/free-do…Also covers download manager and downloads · same kind of app
This official Firefox extension connects the Free Download Manager application with browser downloads.
6
Xtreme Download Manager (XDM)
xtremedownloadmanager.comAlso covers download manager and downloads
Xtreme Download Manager manages downloads and can save streaming videos, according to its site.
7
IDM Integration Module by Internet Download Manager, Tonec Inc.
addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/tonec-i…Also covers download manager and downloads · same kind of app
IDM Integration Module connects Firefox with Internet Download Manager and adds download controls to web pages.
8
Surge by Surge
addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/surgeAlso covers download manager and downloads · same kind of app
The Surge Firefox extension intercepts downloads and routes them to Surge Download Manager.
9
AB Download Manager Browser Integration by Amir Ai
addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/ab-download-m…Also covers download manager and downloads · same kind of app
The AB Download Manager browser extension adds download controls to Firefox and connects them to the desktop app.
10
Also covers download manager
Xtreme Download Manager is a download accelerator and video downloader, with the project in active development.
11
Also covers download manager · free
Gopeed is a free, open-source download manager supporting HTTP, BitTorrent, magnet, and ed2k links.
12
Also covers download manager
ArrowDL supports file downloads on Windows, macOS, and Linux as a cross-platform manager.
13
Httpdownloader
github.com/erickutcher/httpdownloaderAlso covers download manager and downloads
HTTP Downloader is an HTTP and HTTPS download manager that uses input/output completion ports.
14
Also covers download manager and downloads
HTTP, BitTorrent, magnet, and ed2k downloads are supported by Gopeed, a cross-platform manager.
15
Also covers download manager and downloads
Imfile Desktop manages downloads through a full-featured desktop application.
16
AB Download Manager
abdownloadmanager.comAlso covers download manager and downloads
AB Download Manager is software for organizing and managing downloads.
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Alternatives to similar tools
Imfile Desktop19 alternativespersepolis20 alternativesGo Speed20 alternativesYTDL Addon19 alternativesXtreme Download Manager (XDM)16 alternativesVaria22 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Pyload?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Pyload are persepolis, YTDL Addon, and Varia.
Is there a free alternative to Pyload?
Yes. Go Speed is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Pyload?
Yes: persepolis, YTDL Addon, Varia, and xdm.
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