Analyze any YouTube playlist to see total duration, views, video count, and get optimization tips to improve engagement and watch time.
Comprehensive insights about any YouTube playlist in seconds.
Playlists are powerful tools for both creators and viewers.
Know exactly how long a tutorial series or course will take before you commit. Perfect for learning new skills efficiently.
Analyze different playlists on the same topic to find the most popular and well-received content before investing time.
For creators: see how competitors structure their playlists, what video lengths work best, and which topics get the most views.
Identify weak videos that might be hurting completion rates and reorganize for better viewer retention.
Understand what content mix works best - shorter intro videos, longer deep dives, or consistent lengths throughout.
Teachers and students can assess if a playlist covers enough material and fits within study schedules.
Follow these guidelines to create playlists that maximize engagement.
Different content types perform best with different playlist lengths.
Copy any YouTube playlist URL and paste it into the analyzer above.
Our tool fetches all video data and calculates comprehensive statistics.
See total duration, views, averages, and optimization recommendations.
Everything you need to understand and optimize YouTube playlists.
A YouTube playlist analyzer is a tool that examines all videos within a playlist to provide comprehensive statistics. It calculates total duration, combined views, average performance metrics, and identifies patterns that can help you understand or optimize the playlist's effectiveness.
Playlist URLs contain "list=" in them. You can find them by: 1) Clicking on a playlist and copying the URL from your browser's address bar. 2) Right-clicking on a playlist and selecting "Copy link." 3) Looking at the URL when watching a video within a playlist - it will have a "list=" parameter. The URL format is typically: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAYLIST_ID
Only public playlists can be analyzed. Private playlists require authentication, and unlisted playlists may work if you have the direct URL. For your own private playlists, use YouTube Studio which provides detailed analytics for all your content.
The optimal length depends on content type. For most purposes, 5-20 videos is ideal. Tutorial series work best with 8-15 videos (2-5 hours). Entertainment playlists can have 10-20 videos. Very long playlists (50+) often have low completion rates. Focus on quality over quantity and consider splitting large playlists into focused sub-playlists.
Our health score considers multiple factors: 1) Playlist size (5-20 videos is optimal). 2) Consistency in video lengths. 3) Overall view count and engagement. 4) Mix of content types. 5) Age and freshness of content. A score of 80+ is excellent, 60-79 is good, 40-59 is average, and below 40 needs improvement.
Playlist order is crucial because the first video often becomes the default thumbnail and entry point. YouTube shows "Up Next" from the same playlist, so video 1's quality determines if viewers continue. Place your best-performing, most engaging video first. The first 3 videos typically account for 60-70% of total playlist views.
Yes! This tool works with any public playlist. Use it to analyze competitor content strategies, see their most popular videos, understand their content structure, and identify gaps in your own content. This is valuable for competitive analysis and content planning.
Review and update playlists at least monthly. Add new relevant content as you publish. Remove underperforming videos that may hurt completion rates. Reorder based on performance data. Seasonal playlists need more frequent updates. Active maintenance can improve playlist performance by 20-30%.
Series Playlists are a special YouTube feature for sequential content. Videos get numbered episode labels (Episode 1, 2, 3...), and YouTube prioritizes recommending the next video in the series. Use Series Playlists for courses, tutorial series, or episodic content where viewing order matters.
Playlists boost SEO in several ways: 1) They rank separately in YouTube and Google search. 2) Increased watch time signals quality to the algorithm. 3) Keyword-rich playlist titles and descriptions add SEO value. 4) Videos can appear in both individual and playlist search results, doubling visibility.
Yes, 100% free! No login required, no usage limits, no hidden fees. Analyze as many playlists as you want. We believe YouTube creators and viewers should have access to free tools that help them make better content decisions.
Currently, you can view the analysis in the results modal. For detailed exports, we recommend using your browser's screenshot feature or copying the data manually. We're working on adding CSV and PDF export options in a future update.
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