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Invidious vs SmartTube

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InvidiousSmartTube
LanguageCrystalJava
LicenceAGPL-3.0MIT
Stars25k35k
Latestv2.20260804.132.56s
Last push2026-10-022026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 19 days between releasestoo few releases
Active contributors9 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days19 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace YouTube. Alternatives to YouTube →

    PartialInvidiousWatches YouTube videos without ads, tracking or a Google account, with subscriptions kept on the instance.

    PartialSmartTubeYouTube player for Android TV without ads, with SponsorBlock and adjustable playback speed.