Minitube
Minitube is a lightweight YouTube client for macOS that offers a TV-like streaming experience. Instead of navigating YouTube's website, users type a keyword and Minitube automatically plays an endless stream of related videos. It supports channel subscriptions without requiring a YouTube account login, offers content filtering suitable for children, and consumes less CPU and memory than a web browser, thereby preserving battery life. The app includes features like playlist editing, video snapshots, sorting and filtering options, and compact always-on-top window mode. Minitube is available both as a direct download and via the Mac App Store.
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1 suggestionMinitube version 4.0 was released in August 2025, indicating the project remains actively maintained. However, the search results do not confirm whether this latest release includes a native Apple Silicon build. The developer's official website and recent version history do not explicitly state Apple Silicon support. Given that Rosetta 2 will be removed in macOS 28 (September 2028) — approximately 27 months from now — you have time to monitor the situation. Contact the developer at flavio.tordini.org to confirm whether a native build is in the pipeline, or check the project's GitHub releases page for any mention of arm64 or Universal Binary support. If native Apple Silicon support does not arrive by early 2028, you may need to switch to YouTube in a web browser or find an alternative YouTube client that has committed to native support. For now, Minitube continues to work on your Mac under Rosetta 2, but staying in touch with the developer is the prudent next step.
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