Linux · Audio, Video & Music
EcoTubeHQ
Hardware Accelerated Video Player
by EcoTube Partners
Official site: flathub.org
About EcoTubeHQ
Energy Efficient YouTube Video Player
EcoTubeHQ is an mpv-based video player which tackles a VLC limitation - it offers a simple way to output video from YouTube and other streaming services. It utilizes adaptive upscaling to maximize video quality whilst minimizing energy usage. Two modes cover output; 'Quality' outputs premium quality video, and 'Powersave' maximizes laptop battery life.
Main features:
YouIube livestream playback.
Hardware acceleration of video codecs.
Minimal buffer reduces data retrieval.
Automatically adapts HDR video for SDR screens.
Dynamic contrast improves picture quality.
HQ video from low resolutions [360p+].
144p YouTube videos play in a desktop mini-player.
yt-dlp auto-updates for better reliability.
Works on Lenovo T480 and newer PC hardware.
How to install EcoTubeHQ
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub io.github.ecotubehq.player
- Open EcoTubeHQ once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is EcoTubeHQ free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where EcoTubeHQ is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install EcoTubeHQ from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub io.github.ecotubehq.player. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is EcoTubeHQ safe?
EcoTubeHQ downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
