Download. Transcribe. Process.

The only native desktop app that combines video downloading, AI transcription, and media processing in one workflow. Local-first, one-time purchase.

The alternative

Three tools, or one?

No single app handles video downloading, AI transcription, and media conversion together — so most people stitch separate tools together.

Typical stack

4K Video Downloader Video download
Subscription
Descript AI transcription
From $12/mo
Wondershare UniConverter Media conversion
From $29.99/yr

Multiple tools · multiple licenses · recurring cost

ReelMeld

$29

One-time payment. All three. Done.

  • Video download
  • AI transcription
  • Media conversion

No subscription · 2-device license

Download

Paste a link. Get the file.

Up to 8K+, or audio-only

Download at the highest available resolution — or pull just the audio track as a standalone file. No quality caps, no re-encoding.

Built-in login and browser cookie import

Sign in to YouTube or Bilibili directly inside ReelMeld, or import cookies from your browser in one click. Member-only content downloads without extra setup.

Grab an entire playlist in one go

Paste a playlist URL, pick the videos you want, and queue them all at once. Any size, handled cleanly. Pro feature.

Multi-thread, full-bandwidth

Each download uses multiple parallel connections to fully saturate your bandwidth. Up to 10 tasks at once, with auto-retry and pause/resume built in.

Thumbnails at a glance

Switch to a thumbnail grid to see all your download tasks at once. Each card shows the video thumbnail, title, and progress — ideal for managing large batches visually.

AI Transcription

Turn audio into precise text.

SRT / VTT, frame-accurate

Whisper-based transcription with precise timestamps. Export as SRT or VTT — ready for any video editor. Your API key, your cost.

Markdown transcripts, ready to publish

Full transcription organized into clean, readable paragraphs. Optional AI polish for voice-to-text cleanup. Works with Groq, OpenAI, and Gemini.

Foreign subtitles in your language

Translate generated subtitles into any target language — Chinese, English, Japanese, and more. Works on local video files too, not just downloads.

Media Processing

Convert, extract, merge. Without switching apps.

GPU-accelerated and built directly into your workflow. No HandBrake, no FFmpeg commands — just pick a format and go.

Video Transcoding

H.264, HEVC, or AV1 — choose your codec. Adjust resolution, frame rate, and bitrate. Apple Silicon GPU acceleration included.

Audio Extraction

Pull the audio from any video and export as MP3, M4A, FLAC, and more. Batch-ready with Pro.

Video & Audio Merge

Join multiple video clips or replace a video's audio track entirely. Final output, no post-processing needed.

Task Center

All three modules, one list.

A unified task list that centralizes downloads, transcodes, and AI jobs in one place. Track progress, status, and quick actions across all three modules without switching views.

What people say

"I used to juggle three different tools just to download a video, subtitle it, and re-encode it. Now I just open ReelMeld."

Lin Y. Content creator, YouTube

"The transcript quality is excellent, and the Markdown output fits my writing workflow perfectly. This replaced my entire post-interview process."

Marcos R. Podcast host

"I learn languages by watching videos. Being able to download and get translated subtitles in the same app is a game-changer."

Yuki T. Language learner

"$29 once is an easy call when you're processing dozens of videos a week. No subscription anxiety."

Alex P. Freelance video editor

Pricing

Free to start. $29 to go unlimited.

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Free

$0

Sensible limits, no expiration.

  • 3 downloads per day, full quality
  • 7-day full trial
  • 1 device activation
  • 1 file per transcode, extract, or AI task
  • Playlist & batch downloads
  • Built-in account login

Pro

$29

Single payment, total access.

  • Unlimited downloads
  • Playlist & batch downloads
  • Built-in login for member-only content
  • Unlimited files per transcode, extract, or AI task
  • 2-device floating license
  • 365-day update window
One-time payment, not a subscription.AI features require your own API key.Support: hello@reelmeld.com
FAQ
Is $29 really a one-time payment?

Yes — no subscription, no annual renewal. Pay once and keep using Pro indefinitely. The price includes all updates released within 365 days of your purchase.

What happens when the 7-day trial ends?

The app stays installed and fully functional. Downloads are limited to 3 per day at full quality. Transcoding, audio extraction, and AI tasks are limited to 1 file per task — video and audio merge have no file limit. Playlist downloads and built-in account login require Pro. AI features still require your own API key.

Can I use one license on multiple computers?

Pro includes 2 floating device activations. You can deactivate a device at any time from within the app and activate on another machine — no support ticket needed.

Which platforms are supported?

macOS 11 (Big Sur) or newer, and Windows 10 64-bit or newer. Both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs are supported natively.

Do AI subtitle tasks require internet?

Yes, and they require your own API key from Groq, OpenAI, or Gemini. Requests are sent using your key and billed to your account. Your media files stay on your device — we never upload or store your content.

What does the 365-day update window mean?

You get all app updates released in the year following your purchase date. After that window, your installed version keeps working normally — no features are disabled or removed.

ReelMeld

Try it free for 7 days.

Available for macOS and Windows. No account required — just download and start.