TeamNewPipe/NewPipe
A libre lightweight streaming front-end for Android.
What it does
NewPipe is a free, open-source Android app that lets users watch and download videos from YouTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, PeerTube, and other streaming platforms without ads, tracking, or needing a Google account. It works as an alternative interface to these services, giving users a lightweight and privacy-friendly way to access streaming content on their phones.
Why it matters for PMs
With over 37,000 stars and 300+ contributors, NewPipe signals strong consumer demand for ad-free, privacy-respecting alternatives to mainstream streaming apps — a market pressure that incumbent platforms like YouTube largely ignore. For founders and investors, this represents a validated user pain point around data privacy and intrusive advertising that could underpin a viable consumer product or subscription-based streaming experience.
Early stage — limited signal data
Score updated Feb 18, 2026
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