"Tubi doesn’t offer an official download feature for offline viewing. If you use third-party tools to save titles as MP4, please follow Tubi’s terms and your local laws. This guide shares methods and caveats to help you decide what fits your scenario."
I often revisit classic movies on free services like Tubi. Since some titles may leave due to licensing and Tubi doesn’t provide offline downloads, this guide explores practical ways to save Tubi videos as MP4 on your devices, along with important caveats.
Can You Download Tubi to MP4?
No. Actually, Tubi didn't give you any available download options on any kind of device. All of its content is only accessible online on your browser, Android/iOS devices, smart TVs, etc. Since it's totally free, we have to watch Tubi titles only online with ads, but not save them to MP4 for offline viewing.
- Many Tubi titles are DRM-protected; effectiveness varies by title, device, and region.
- Typical resolution is up to 720p; higher quality is not guaranteed.
- Use stable bandwidth and sufficient storage; large files take longer to process.
- This article is for information only and does not constitute legal advice.
How to Download Tubi to MP4?
Although we don't have an official download function here, the tools I collected to save Tubi to MP4 can still help you download Tubi movies in common formats.
1. StreamFab Tubi Downloader
Not all TubiTV to MP4 downloaders are reliable. After testing, it was found that StreamFab Tubi Downloader is a rather reliable solution, so I put it in the first recommended slot.
It is designed to download Tubi movies in 720p HD in batches at a fast speed to let you watch Tubi offline both effortlessly and effectively. The best part, I think, is that it has a schedule download mode to automatically save your favorite Tubi titles ASAP.
A professional desktop Tubi to MP4 downloader with a safe & clear built-in browser and customizable download modes.
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Downloading Tubi videos with StreamFab Tubi Downloader is a simple and efficient process. Follow these easy steps to start downloading Tubi videos in MP4 format:
Sign in to your Tubi account in StreamFab's built-in browser. Browse through the vast library of movies and TV shows to find the video you want to download. Play the Tubi video.
StreamFab will analyze the videos that are played and show you the download panel. You can choose the episodes that you want to download and select your preferred settings.
Once you have configured the output settings, click on the "Download Now" button to start downloading the Tubi video in MP4 format. You can monitor the download progress in real-time.
2. CoCoCut
CoCoCut is a web-based video saver extension that is designed for downloading online videos. It mainly rips from Tubi to MP4 and M3U8 formats. It takes less time to analyze the Tubi video than online Tubi downloaders.
But when downloading the bigger file, such as a 2.6 GB Interstellar video file, which represents better resolution, it will cost you more time, about 30+ minutes to complete a full download. That's the most time-consuming part of using CoCoCut to save TubiTV to MP4.
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- Only audio captured → try another tab/refresh; some titles are DRM-protected.
- Downloaded
.binfile → rename to.mp4and recheck playability. - Merged file desyncs → re-fetch segments or lower quality to 720p.
- Analysis slow on large files → ensure bandwidth; avoid other heavy tasks.
- Button not lit → start playback for detection or switch to a supported browser.
It's easier than I thought to use, so I believe you can learn how to use CoCoCut as fast as I:
Install the CoCoCut extension on your browser. Launch and pin it.
Navigate to the Tubi video you want to download/convert into MP4 format. You can see the button was lit. Click on it and choose one of the MP4 format files.
Click on the download button and wait until the download process finishes on the new page.
Click on “Save” to store the Tubi video to your local drive. Please note that the original format will be bin instead of MP4, so you have to manually change it.
3. SaveTheVideo
This one is an online Tubi to MP4 downloader. According to my experience, the best advantage is and only is that it's easy to launch by easy copying & pasting. And the rest of the performances are hard to say as satisfying. I think the worst disadvantage is that it's also unavailable for downloading DRM-protected Tubi titles.
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- Beware of redirect buttons; verify the final Download MP4 action.
- If video/audio are separate, use a merger tool before playback.
- Keep a clean browser profile to avoid extension conflicts.
Most online video downloaders have the same operations, so you can learn how to use them by following the guide below:
Copy the URL of the Tubi movie you want to transform to MP4 format. Paste it into SaveTheVideo and click on "Start".
Adjust the settings such as video format, resolution, audio quality, etc. Then click the button below to start downloading/converting the TubiTV to MP4 task.
Wait until it's finished and click on "Download MP4" to download it to your device. (The last download process is just remixing the Tubi video to MP4, and this download is the actual download button.)
4. Seal
Seal is an open-source video/audio downloader designed for Android users. I tried it and it works pretty well when downloading Tubi videos offline on my Android device.
What surprised me is that it supports removing ads, downloading subtitles, and batch downloading episodes of Tubi shows. But it is not compatible with DRM-protected Tubi videos is such a pity.
Another inconvenient thing is that you have to activate its additional functions by yourself, such as preferred format, ad removal, playlist download, or subtitle download.
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- Get APK from trusted sources; grant only necessary permissions.
- Most Tubi DRM-protected titles aren’t downloadable via Seal.
- Expected cap: up to 480p in many cases; prefer Wi-Fi for stability.
It works like those online Tubi downloaders, which require you to copy & paste the video link:
Get the APK file from GitHub. Install it and give it the permissions it requires.
Copy and paste the Tubi movie/shows link to Seal. Then press the download arrow.
Adjust the settings as you like. Press "Download" to start.
5. Native Screen Recorder
Finally, a method suitable for iOS users. You can use the built-in screen recorder to record TubiTV to MP4, also 720p, no extra app download needed, but maybe with a little bit of quality loss.
Screen recording on phones can be interrupted by notifications or sounds, requires the device to stay active, and may generate heat during long sessions. It’s also not suitable for DRM-protected titles.
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- Quality may drop; notifications and calls can interrupt recording.
- Recording time ≈ video length; the device may heat up during capture.
- For a smoother result, consider downloading to a desktop and then transferring to iOS.
It's simple to operate with just a few clicks:
Open the Tubi app on your phone, then search for the title you want to save to MP4.
Start screen recording by pressing the circle button in the control center.
Play the video you just opened and wait until the movie finishes playing.
Stop recording after the Tubi movie ended. Cut the meaningless part off in the recorded file by a video editor. Then enjoy it!
- *If you have a desktop/laptop/Android device nearby, using the method above is easier than screen recording to transfer downloaded Tubi MP4 videos to your iOS device.
Final Round: Which One is Most Suitable for You?
Feeling hard to pick a suitable one for you? I listed clear data from in-person experiences so that you can directly figure out which one is the best match for your needs.
| Downloaders | StreamFab Tubi Downloader | SaveTheVideo | CoCoCut | Seal | Native Screen Recorder |
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Support OS |
Win/Mac |
Win/Mac |
Chrome/Edge |
Android |
Android/iOS |
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Download Mode |
Direct download |
Direct download/convert |
Cache download |
Direct download |
Record |
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Highest Resolution |
720p |
Damaged 720p (690p) |
720p |
480p |
Damaged 720p |
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Audio |
AAC 2.0 320Kbps |
AAC 320Kbps |
Unknown |
AAC |
Original |
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Ad-free |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
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Auto-Download |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Batch-Download |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
✅ |
❌ |
FAQs
Always follow Tubi’s terms and your local laws. This article does not provide legal advice. If you choose third-party tools to save videos for personal use, avoid any commercial usage.
Typically up to 720p. Higher resolutions are not guaranteed and may vary by title, device, and region. For stable results, plan for 720p as the expected cap.
Many titles are DRM-protected. Try playing the video for detection, switch supported browsers, or reduce the quality to 720p before retrying.
Subtitle and metadata support depend on the tool and title. Some tools allow language and subtitle selection prior to download; others may require merging.
Final Thought
Who doesn't like to watch their favorite Tubi movies and shows freely, right? Personally, the desktop Tubi to MP4 converter, StreamFab Tubi Downloader, performs rather stably on my PC, and I do like its convenient functions. Anyway, I hope you won't be bothered anymore by having no idea how to save Tubi to MP4 after reading this post.
