What is the Difference Between YouTube and YouTube Red?

YouTube and YouTube Red (now called YouTube Premium) are both video-sharing platforms, but they differ in terms of features and benefits. Here are the main differences between the two:

YouTube:

• Free to use
• Contains ads
• Does not support offline viewing
• Does not support background play
• Videos stop when the screen is off

YouTube Premium (formerly YouTube Red):

• Paid subscription
• Ad-free viewing
• Offline viewing support
• Background play supported
• Allows listening to videos with the screen off

In addition to these differences, YouTube Premium also bundles YouTube Music Premium, which lets you listen to music without ads, download music for offline streaming, and play music back while your device is locked. YouTube Premium is a combination of the original YouTube Red and YouTube Music Premium services.

Comparative Table: YouTube vs YouTube Red

Here is a table comparing the differences between YouTube and YouTube Red:

YouTube is a free platform for sharing and watching videos, while YouTube Red is a paid, premium version of YouTube that offers additional features such as an ad-free experience, advanced playlist creation, and unlimited offline viewing. YouTube Red also includes access to Google Play Music, making it a more comprehensive package for users who want an enhanced experience.