Software
Who uses VidIQ?
VidIQ is used by 2 of the creators we track, most recently Joe Allam (2026-07-04). It’s a YouTube research and optimization tools with a browser extension. vidIQ offers a free tier, with paid Boost, MAX and Enterprise plans. Every row below links to its source and date. Source ↗
Who uses it confirmed, newest first
| Creator | What they use it for | Source date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
 Joe Allam | Named in their own video | 2026-07-04 | The easy way to edit video first-party video |
 Justin Brown (Primal Video) | Named in their own video | 2026-02-19 | 1.9M Subscribers: Here's Our Exact Workflow first-party video |
What to know before buying from the manufacturer
- Plans: a free tier with limited tools, paid Boost and MAX plans billed monthly or yearly, and Enterprise for brands and agencies. Source ↗
- Tools: Boost lists 30+ tools for researching, ideating, creating and publishing on YouTube, including keyword ideas and an AI Coach. Source ↗
- Extension: a Chrome browser extension that overlays YouTube and Instagram with SEO scores and title, description and tag suggestions. Source ↗
- Teams: vidIQ points users managing more than 3 channels to its Enterprise plans. Source ↗
- Good fit: YouTube creators who want keyword and title suggestions inside YouTube
- Not a fit: Managers of more than 3 channels: vidIQ directs them to Enterprise plans
Often paired with on the same creators’ setups
- RØDE VideoMic NTG used alongside it by 2 creators
- Elgato Stream Deck used alongside it by 1 creator
- Musicbed used alongside it by 1 creator
- Elgato Prompter used alongside it by 1 creator
- Adobe Premiere Pro used alongside it by 1 creator
- Claude used alongside it by 1 creator
Alternatives in GearTube data
| Item | Role | Used by | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epidemic Sound | same type | 14 confirmed | Software |
| Final Cut Pro | same type | 7 confirmed | Software |
| Notion | same type | 7 confirmed | Software |
FAQ
| Does Joe Allam still use the VidIQ? | The newest source we have is “The easy way to edit video” (2026-07-04), which names the VidIQ for Joe Allam. We have not found a newer source that replaces it. |
| How many creators use the VidIQ? | 2 confirmed by a first-party video, on-camera appearance or dated article. |
Last updated Oct 18, 2026 · 2 confirmed sources · Spotted an error?
Setup Changes
A short email each Friday listing which creators changed their gear that week. Nothing else.