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Also covers browser extension and git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Avoid Twitch ads by retrieving video playlists from Russia, as described by luminous-ttv.
Alternatives
The Best Twitch Lurker Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives0 free · 17 open source
Looking for something like Twitch Lurker? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 17 are open source.
About Twitch Lurkergithub.com/mikeyaworski/Twitch-Lurker
VisitTwitch Lurker opens a favorite stream automatically when the streamer goes live.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionluminous-ttvAvoid Twitch ads by retrieving video playlists from Russia…Another optionTwitch-LiveTwitch-Live keeps viewers connected to favorite Twitch…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | luminous-ttv | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 2 | Twitch-Live | — | Yes | — |
| 3 | Twitch Previews | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 4 | TwitchChatDanmaku | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 5 | Hide-Twitch-Chat-Users | — | Not stated | Browser extension |
| 6 | AdGuard Extra | — | Not stated | Android, Browser extension, macOS |
| 7 | Previews | — | Not stated | Browser extension, Web |
| 8 | Gumbo | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | tmi.js | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | twitch-cli | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
All Twitch Lurker alternatives
2
Also covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project · open source
Twitch-Live keeps viewers connected to favorite Twitch streams through a browser extension.
3
Twitch Previews
github.com/MarkM-dev/Previews-clientAlso covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project
Previews creates live previews that appear when users hover over Twitch streams.
4
Also covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project · open source
Twitch Chat Danmaku adds scrolling bullet-style comments to Twitch through a Chrome extension.
5
Hide-Twitch-Chat-Users
github.com/mikeyaworski/Hide-Twitch-Chat-UsersAlso covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project
This Chrome and Firefox extension hides selected users from Twitch chat.
6
AdGuard Extra
github.com/AdguardTeam/AdGuardExtraAlso covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project
Handle complex ad-blocking cases with AdGuard Extra when regular filtering rules are insufficient.
7
Previews
previews-app.comAlso covers browser extension
Previews adds hover previews, favorites, auto-refresh, fast-forward, and multi-stream features for Twitch, YouTube, and Kick.
8
Also covers browser extension · same kind of open-source project · open source
Gumbo is described as a companion that keeps users updated on their Twitch experience; details are limited.
9
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Build Twitch Messaging Interface integrations in JavaScript with the tmi.js library.
10
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
The Twitch CLI provides command-line tools for developing applications with Twitch.
11
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Follow Twitch conversations using Chatterino2, a chat client that works outside the main site interface.
12
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Follow Twitch conversations using Chatterino7, a chat client that works outside the main site interface.
13
FrankerFacez
frankerfacez.comAlso covers browser extension
FrankerFaceZ adds emotes and customization features to Twitch through browser extensions and userscripts.
14
Lurker.tv
lurker.tvLurker.tv helps viewers find Twitch and Kick streamers through Discord communities.
15
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Twitch YouTube bot. Automatically make video compilations of the most viewed Twitch clips and upload them to YouTube using Python 3.
16
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Twitch VOD and Live Stream archiving platform. Includes a rendered and real-time chat for each archive.
17
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Record Twitch broadcasts while they are live with this Twitch stream recorder project.
18
Same kind of open-source project · open source
This Dockerfile builds NGINX with the RTMP module and FFmpeg for HLS live streaming.
19
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Firebot provides desktop automation for Twitch streamers, including chat commands, events, timers, currencies, and integrations.
20
Tress
gitlab.com/Ignamarte/tressTress provides a Twitch client for watching streams from favorite channels.
21
Same kind of open-source project · open source
StreamCap supports multi-platform live-stream recording with FFmpeg, monitoring, scheduling, and transcoding.
22
Same kind of open-source project · open source
biliup supports recording live streams, uploading videos, and transferring channel content through command-line tools.
23
Same kind of open-source project · open source
ODeck provides a free, open-source alternative to Stream Deck intended to support live streaming and productivity.
24
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Use olive, a live stream recorder project whose page also gives a Chinese description of live recording.
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Alternatives to similar tools
luminous-ttv24 alternativesdocker-nginx-rtmp24 alternativesTwitch Previews24 alternativesLurker.tv15 alternativesTwitchChatDanmaku24 alternativesAdGuard Extra9 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Twitch Lurker?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Twitch Lurker are luminous-ttv, Twitch-Live, and Twitch Previews.
Are there open-source alternatives to Twitch Lurker?
Yes: luminous-ttv, Twitch-Live, TwitchChatDanmaku, and Gumbo.
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