Newsreader software recommended by BesteUsenet.nl

Having a newsreader is important

To download from different newsgroups you need a newsreader program. You set your username of your chosen provider at the reader settings and you can start downloading. Many news readers also ensure that damaged files are automatically repaired and successful downloads are unpacked. In this way there is even less to worry about.

There are providers with their own newsreader software. Does a provider not have his own newsreader? No problem! There is also enough open-source software to be found.

We recommend these newsreaders:

Below we list the benefits of the different newsreaders for you.

Suitable for

Free
Autorepair
Unpacks automatically
Multiple servers
RSS support

Download NZBget

What is NZBget?

NZBget is an open source software and is designed with performance in mind to achieve maximum download speed by using very few system resources.

What are the advantages of NZBget?

The biggest advantage of NZBget is that it is a useful program for both the novice and the advanced user. It is easy for the beginner to use the basic functionalities but it is also full of extra features for the user who wants just that little bit more. The ability to use multiple servers at the same time ensures that when a file fails on one server, the next server tries to download the file, which they also call your backup server. With the support of RSS you can automate your downloads. Click here to find out more about it.

Suitable for

Free
Dutch
Autorepair
Unpacks automatically
Multiple servers
Integrates with other tools

Download SABnzbd

What is SABnzbd?

SABnzbd is a downloader for the Usenet newsgroups for use on multiple platforms. The program works in the background and simplifies downloading, checking and extracting files from Usenet.

What are the advantages of SABnzbd?

SABnzbd is the best solution for every type of user, it is easy to use but has enough settings to set up the program the way you want. SABnzbd currently supports 16 languages, including Dutch! It works on all platforms, so it can be used on Windows, Apple but also on a NAS. Integrating various tools including: Sonarr, Sickrage, Radarr makes it possible to fully automate your downloads. You can set up multiple servers within SABnzbd, which means that if your first server fails to download, you have the option of having a backup account retry fully automatically. Here you can read how this will work.