# requests vs yt-dlp

**Leader by Vioscale score:** requests

| Attribute | requests | yt-dlp |
|---|---|---|
| **Vioscale score** | 68.7 (41% (low)) | 56.4 (19% (low)) |
| activity.commits_last_30d | 5 | 38 |
| adoption.dependent_repos | 679,836 | - |
| adoption.github_stars | 54,248 | 187,127 |
| adoption.package_downloads_weekly | 396,572,056 | - |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"Requests is a Python library designed for making HTTP requests. It emphasizes simplicity and accessibility for developers working with HTTP operations.","source":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","question":"What is requests?","confidence":0.95},{"answer":"Yes, requests is built specifically for Python developers.","source":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","question":"Is requests designed for Python?","confidence":1},{"answer":"The tagline 'Python HTTP for Humans' indicates that the library prioritizes accessibility and straightforward design over unnecessary complexity.","source":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","question":"Is requests easy to learn and use?","confidence":0.95},{"answer":"Requests has official documentation available at https://requests.readthedocs.io.","source":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","question":"Where can I find documentation and help?","confidence":1},{"answer":"Requests is intended for Python developers who need HTTP functionality. Its emphasis on human-friendly design suggests it suits developers at various experience levels.","source":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","question":"Who should use requests?","confidence":0.9},{"answer":"Requests is classified as a utility, providing focused HTTP functionality for Python applications rather than attempting to be a comprehensive framework.","source":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","question":"What type of tool is requests?","confidence":0.85}]` | `[{"answer":"yt-dlp is a command-line utility designed for downloading audio and video content. It is characterized as feature-rich, offering extensive functionality for media downloading tasks.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"What is yt-dlp?","confidence":0.95},{"answer":"yt-dlp is designed for users comfortable with command-line interfaces. It is best suited for technical users, developers, and power users who prefer terminal-based applications.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"Who is yt-dlp intended for?","confidence":0.75},{"answer":"Yes, yt-dlp supports downloading both audio and video formats. The tool handles both media types within a single application.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"Can yt-dlp download both audio and video content?","confidence":0.95},{"answer":"No, yt-dlp operates entirely through the command line, requiring text-based terminal commands rather than a graphical interface. Users interact with the tool by entering commands and parameters.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"Does yt-dlp have a graphical user interface?","confidence":0.8},{"answer":"Yes, as a command-line tool, yt-dlp can be incorporated into scripts and automated workflows. This makes it suitable for batch processing and scheduled downloads.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"Can I automate downloading with yt-dlp?","confidence":0.7},{"answer":"The project maintains a Discord community server where users can ask questions and discuss the tool with other community members and developers.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"Where can I find community support?","confidence":0.85},{"answer":"yt-dlp is described as feature-rich, indicating it includes extensive functionality and capabilities beyond simple downloads. This suggests support for advanced use cases and complex scenarios.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"What distinguishes yt-dlp from basic downloading tools?","confidence":0.65},{"answer":"As a command-line utility, yt-dlp can be integrated into scripts to handle multiple files. Its feature-rich nature suggests support for batch operations and processing workflows.","source":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","question":"Can yt-dlp process multiple files at once?","confidence":0.7}]` |
| deployment.options | - | `{"self_hosted":true}` |
| description.long | An open-source HTTP library for Python that handles HTTP/1.1 requests with automatic connection pooling, cookie management, multiple authentication methods, and comprehensive support for proxies, streaming, and content negotiation. | - |
| integrations.count | - | 15 |
| integrations.list | - | `[{"name":"arte"},{"name":"bandcamp"},{"name":"bilibili"},{"name":"instagram"},{"name":"linkedin"},{"name":"mgtv"},{"name":"mxplayer"},{"name":"niconico"},{"name":"omnyfm"},{"name":"openrec"},{"name":"patreon"},{"name":"peertube"},{"name":"periscope"},{"name":"reddit"},{"name":"soundcloud"}]` |
| language.primary | Python | Python |
| license.spdx | Apache-2.0 | Unlicense |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | - |
| platform.support | - | `{"cli":true,"linux":true,"windows":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"open_source","summary":"Completely free and open source","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://requests.readthedocs.io","retrievedAt":"2026-08-14T11:06:02.562Z"}` | `{"type":"open_source","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://discord.gg/H5MNcFW63r","retrievedAt":"2026-08-14T15:23:30.529Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | yes | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | open_source |
| pricing.price_level | free | free |
| pricing.transparent | yes | - |
| release.cadence_days | 19 | 9 |
| release.history | 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| 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|
| security.disclosure_policy | - | yes |
| security.scorecard | 8.1 | 7.7 |
| security.vulnerabilities | `{"count":8,"source":"https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=pypi&package_name=requests&per_page=100","last_12m":1,"max_severity":"HIGH"}` | - |

*Source: Vioscale. Generated 2026-09-01T17:46:46.803Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*