Looking for a youtube-transcript.io alternative that covers more than YouTube?
youtube-transcript.io is a solid YouTube-only transcript tool with playlist extraction and no sign-up required for single videos. SubExtract covers the same YouTube ground plus TikTok, Instagram, X, and general web pages — with SRT export and comment/channel data in one place.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | YouTube-Transcript.io | SubExtract |
|---|---|---|
YouTube transcript extraction | Yes — free, no account for single videos | Yes — free account, 5 free credits |
Sign-up required | No — works without an account | Yes — free account, no credit card required |
TikTok / Instagram / X transcripts | No — YouTube only | Yes — all three supported |
SRT export with timestamps | Not offered — copy or download as plain text | Yes — SRT with timestamps or plain text |
Playlist extraction | Yes — Extract From Playlist feature | Yes — dedicated playlist tool with CSV export |
Comment / channel video export | Not offered | Yes — full CSV export |
Translation | Not offered | Yes (Pro tier) |
Web page extraction | No | Yes — scraper + crawler |
Chrome extension required | Optional — extension available | Not needed — works in any browser |
Pricing
YouTube-Transcript.io
Free tier with 25 tokens for single videos, no sign-up required. Paid plans exist for bulk/API use but pricing isn't published on the marketing site.
SubExtract
Free tier with 5 credits, account required. Pro from $10/mo removes limits and unlocks SRT downloads, translation, and bulk comment/channel/playlist export.
Why people switch
- Need transcripts from TikTok, Instagram, or X — not just YouTube
- Want a timestamped SRT file, not just copy-pasted plain text
- Need comment or channel video CSV export for research
- Want web page extraction in the same tool
- Prefer one tool for every transcript source instead of switching per platform
Frequently asked questions
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YouTube Transcript Extractor
The free YouTube transcript extractor — download transcripts and subtitles as SRT files with timestamps or plain text.
YouTube Playlist Videos Extractor
Extract every video from a YouTube playlist with metadata. Export the full playlist as CSV.