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Pear DesktopAudioTube
Free

Free and open source.

 Free

Free and open source under the GPL-2.0-or-later licence.

Windows, macOS, Linux Linux
  • Plugin system that adds features such as ad blocking
  • Standalone desktop window for YouTube Music
  • Search and browse YouTube Music outside a web browser
  • Adaptive layout for desktop and Linux phones
  • Unofficial client that depends on the YouTube Music website
  • Electron app, heavier than a native player
  • Linux only
  • Depends on YouTube Music, so changes to the service can break it
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: MIT License: GPL-2.0-or-later
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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