Twitch Leecher DX

Twitch Leecher DX is an innovative video download manager that can provide users of all knowledge levels instant access to downloading VOD files stored on the popular live-streaming website Twitch. If you are looking for an extremely fast and easy-to-use Twitch VOD downloader for PC, this is your tool!

The is a NEW maintained fork of Twitch Leecher software. The regular classic Twitch Leecher is no longer developed.

With built-in tools for fast and reliable downloading of cached VODs of all sizes and durations, this app allows users to download any number of the shows presented by their favorite streamers, create a library of unique content that is not stored on the Twitch website permanently, and create an offline copy of large live events, tournaments, and competitions that are watched by millions of users from all around the world.



It manages to do all that and much more with a streamlined interface, a built-in search tool, comprehensive log records, and a competent download manager tool that can even enable the download of only particular sections of online VODs.

To install TwitchLeecher-DX on your desktop or laptop PC, all you need to do is download and activate the official app installer that is distributed in a small archive that is less than 30 MB in size. After only a few seconds of following the on-screen instructions by the installer, the app will be ready for use.

The main interface is separated into a large VOD listing area and four main tools at the top - Search, Downloads, Twitch authorization, and Settings. Found VODS are listed with a wealth of additional data - Name, Game, Length, Recording Time, and Quality, with two control options on the far right of each: found VOD - Watch on Twitch and Download.

For each selected VOD, users can pick the target download directory, pick the video quality from the dropdown menu, and select whether or not they wish to crop the video to any desired start and stop spot. Downloads can be individual or made in batches, with no restrictions on VOD sizes.

The entire interface is sleek and simple to use and can enable even complete PC novices to easily find, select, and download Twitch VODs of their choice. Be aware that the app cannot be minimized to the system tray, requiring you to leave it on the Desktop taskbar during the downloads of sometimes very large video files.

Twitch Leecher is 100% FREE and is optimized for use on Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7.

Features and Highlights

• Very easy to use, no manual needed
• Intuitive and stylish GUI
• Up to 20 times faster download speed compared to direct download with FFMPEG
• Browse your past broadcasts, uploads, and highlights within the application
• Search channels, VOD URLs, and VOD IDs
• Sub-Only video download support
• Audio-Only download support
• Time Selection for VOD downloads
• Queue multiple downloads
• Specify default search parameters
• Specify default download quality
• Specify default download folders
• Specify a filename template with wildcards for your downloads
• Developed by an experienced Software Engineer
• Free and Open Source
• Actively maintained
• Modern .NET 6.0 Framework
• Save the favorite search parameter as a preset
• Download VODs that might be unavailable on Twitch due to missing chunk data

FAQ

What sets it apart from other VOD downloaders?
Most popular VOD downloaders rely on FFMPEG's built-in download capabilities, which are notoriously slow, even with a high-speed internet connection; download speeds often cap at around 1.5 Mbps.

In contrast, Twitch Leecher-DX bypasses FFMPEG entirely for the download process. Instead, it simultaneously downloads thousands of small video chunks, utilizing the full bandwidth of your internet connection. Once all chunks are downloaded, FFMPEG is only used to merge these pieces into a single video file.

What is Twitch Leecher-DX, and what does it do?
Twitch Leecher-DX is a free and open-source, actively maintained fork of the original Twitch Leecher, built on .NET 6.0 and available for Windows (with an AUR package for Linux). It allows users to rapidly download Twitch VODs (broadcasts, highlights, uploads), browse their history, search by channel, VOD URLs, or IDs, and offers advanced features like audio-only downloads, subscriber-only content, time selection for partial downloads, queuing, custom filename templates, and preset-quality settings, all wrapped in an intuitive, stylish GUI. 

Is Twitch Leecher-DX still maintained, and what platforms does it support?
Yes, Twitch Leecher-DX is actively maintained - continually updated with improvements like better performance and fixes - as of mid-2025. It requires Windows 7 SP1 (64-bit) or higher with .NET 6.0, and also has community support via an AUR package for Arch-derived Linux systems.

Support & Issues

• Windows Insider Builds are NOT supported!
• Upgrade to the latest version of Twitch Leecher DX and .NET 6.0 runtime
• Provide the version of Twitch Leecher-DX you are using
• Provide as much information about the VOD as possible (URL, Channel, ID)
• Provide information about your operating system (e.g., Windows 11/10 64-bit)
• Try to describe the problem as detailed as possible, I cannot read your mind ;)
• Is there any additional information about the issue that might be interesting for me? Write it down!
• When you have a problem with a download, provide the download log created by Twitch Leecher (see screenshot from FileHorse)

PROS

• Fast Download Speeds: Up to 20 times faster than FFMPEG.
• Easy to Use: Simple interface, no manual needed.
• Free and Open Source: No cost, actively maintained.
• Flexible Downloads: Supports video, audio, and sub-only VODs.
• Batch Processing: Download multiple VODs simultaneously.

CONS

• Requires .NET Framework: Dependency on .NET 6.0.
• Complex Issues Require Logs: Troubleshooting needs detailed logs.
• Manual Install Process: Requires manual download and installation.

Note: Requires .NET Framework.