Audio Players

One of the most necessary apps for any computer user, music players ensure that our work, play, and other general use is filled with mellifluous tones (or white noise, if you prefer) to help us focus on the task at hand or get lost in the moment.

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VLC Media Player
Free • Open Source
Media Player
Audio Player
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
BSD
iPad
AppImageHub
Apple Watch
Snapcraft
Google Chrome
Apple TV
Flathub
PortableApps.com
F-Droid
Kindle Fire
Haiku
Homebrew
Chocolatey
277 alternatives to VLC Media Player
VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.
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VLC Media Player Features
1. LightweightVLC Media Player consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Ad-freeVLC Media Player doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of VLC Media Player.
4. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsVLC Media Player can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
5. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with VLC Media Player.
6. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in VLC Media Player without registration.
7. Support for 4KVLC Media Player supports watching, rendering or exporting 4K content (also know as UHD or Ultra HD).
8. PortableVLC Media Player can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
9. File TaggingVLC Media Player can organize and highlight your files with tags and labels.
Lightweight
Ad-free
Video playback
Built-in Media converter
Support for subtitles
Integrated Codecs
Customizable
Cross-Platform
Replay Gain
Playlists management
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Spotify
Freemium • Proprietary
Music Streaming Service
Music Discovery Service
Audio Player
Windows
Online
Android
Chrome OS
Android Tablet
Kindle Fire
Playstation
Fire TV
Xbox
Linux
Flathub
Snapcraft
246 alternatives to Spotify
Spotify is a freemium music streaming service providing digital rights management-restricted content from record labels including Sony, EMI, Warner Music Group and Universal.
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Spotify Features
1. Dark ModeSpotify supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
2. Personalized RecommendationsSpotify can recommend content you like, whether it's something you already know or not.
3. Collaborative PlaylistsMake any playlist collaborative to let your friends add, remove, and reorder videos and tracks.
4. Works OfflineSpotify can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. Lossless AudioSpotify has lossless audio support, basically studio quality sound.
6. IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within Spotify using IFTTT.
7. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with Spotify.
8. Kids ModeSpotify allows you to create and manage your kids' profiles in order to protect them.
9. AirPlay SupportSpotify can stream or share content to your Mac, Apple TV, or compatible smart TV.
Music Library
Smart playlists
Offline mode
Dark Mode
Create Playlist
Lyrics
Online Music
Playlists management
Personalized Recommendations
Student discount
Top 3 alternatives
NewPipe
Free • Open Source
YouTube Downloader
YouTube Client
Video Streaming App
Android
YouTube
F-Droid
101 alternatives to NewPipe
The lightweight, free and open source YouTube experience for Android.
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NewPipe Features
1. Ad-freeNewPipe doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. Privacy focusedNewPipe is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
3. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in NewPipe without registration.
4. Text to SpeechNewPipe allows you to transform written text into spoken text.
5. LightweightNewPipe consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
6. Dark ModeNewPipe supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Support for 4KNewPipe supports watching, rendering or exporting 4K content (also know as UHD or Ultra HD).
8. Picture in PictureNewPipe allows you to put a video, web page or app in a floating window (always on top of other windows).
9. SoundCloud DownloaderNewPipe allows you to download audio files from Soundcloud.
Ad-free
YouTube background listening
Privacy focused
Background playing
Convert YouTube videos to Mp3
No registration required
Convert YouTube videos to Mp4
Allows subscriptions
Lightweight
Dark Mode
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MPV
Free • Open Source
Media Player
Audio Player
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
BSD
Xfce
89 alternatives to MPV
MPV is an audio and movie player based on MPlayer and mplayer2. It supports a wide variety of video file formats, audio and video codecs, and subtitle types.
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MPV Features
1. LightweightMPV consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsMPV can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
3. Command line interfaceMPV either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
4. Ad-freeMPV doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
Lightweight
Minimalistic
Integrated Codecs
Low resource footprint
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Command line interface
FOSS
Drag and Drop
GNU/linux-libre
Lua scripting
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foobar2000
Free • Proprietary
Audio Player
CD Ripper
Audio Converter
Mac
Windows
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
171 alternatives to foobar2000
foobar2000 is an advanced multi-platform freeware audio player.
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foobar2000 Features
1. Lightweightfoobar2000 consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Extensible by Plugins/Extensionsfoobar2000 can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
3. Dark Modefoobar2000 supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
4. Portablefoobar2000 can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of foobar2000.
Customizable
Lightweight
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Music Library
Replay Gain
Audio processing/resampling
Dark Mode
Sorting by folder
Sample packs
Auto Update
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MPC-HC
Free • Open Source
Media Player
Audio Player
Windows
PortableApps.com
128 alternatives to MPC-HC
Media Player Classic Home Cinema (MPC-HC) is an extremely light-weight, open source media player for Windows®. Media Player Classic Home Cinema supports all common video and audio file formats available for playback.
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MPC-HC Features
1. LightweightMPC-HC consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of MPC-HC.
3. Support for 4KMPC-HC supports watching, rendering or exporting 4K content (also know as UHD or Ultra HD).
4. Works OfflineMPC-HC can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in MPC-HC without registration.
6. Privacy focusedMPC-HC is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
7. PortableMPC-HC can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
8. Dark ModeMPC-HC supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
9. Ad-freeMPC-HC doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
Lightweight
Stream audio
Support for Themes
Support for 4K
Works Offline
No registration required
Privacy focused
Portable
Dark Mode
Ad-free
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AIMP
Free • Proprietary
Audio Player
Media Player
Internet Radio Service
Windows
Android
PortableApps.com
286 alternatives to AIMP
AIMP is powerful free audio player for Windows OS that supports for local files, NAS, clouds, and podcasts. Additionally, it includes powerful tools to operate with audio files.
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AIMP Features
1. LightweightAIMP consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of AIMP.
3. PortableAIMP can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Dark ModeAIMP supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
5. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsAIMP can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
6. Collaborative PlaylistsMake any playlist collaborative to let your friends add, remove, and reorder videos and tracks.
7. Batch EditingAIMP allows you to select multiple items (tasks, files, images etc) and edit their properties all at once.
8. Support for VST PluginsAIMP support third-party Virtual Studio Technology (VST) plugins.
Music Library
Playlists management
Skins
Crossfading
Lightweight
Hi-Fi Sound
Remembers position in file
Android Sync
Support for Themes
Full keyboard shortcuts
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Jellyfin
Free • Open Source
Media Server
Media Center
Audio Player
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
HP webOS
Chrome OS
Android Tablet
iPad
Self-Hosted
Google Chrome
Ungoogled Chromium
Mopidy
Cloudron
Kodi
Fire TV
Xbox
Firefox
31 alternatives to Jellyfin
Jellyfin is a personal media server and client. The Jellyfin project was started as a result of Emby's decision to take their code closed-source, as well as various philosophical differences with the core developers.
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Jellyfin Features
1. Ad-freeJellyfin doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsJellyfin can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
3. Privacy focusedJellyfin is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
4. Dark ModeJellyfin supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
5. Kids ModeJellyfin allows you to create and manage your kids' profiles in order to protect them.
6. Works OfflineJellyfin can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Media Streaming
Local server
Ad-free
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
FOSS
Support for DLNA
Media Transcoding
Privacy focused
Audio Books
Dark Mode
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Strawberry
Free • Open Source
Audio Player
Audio Converter
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
Haiku
221 alternatives to Strawberry
Strawberry is a music player and music collection organizer. It is a fork of Clementine released in 2018 aimed at music collectors and audiophiles. The name is inspired by the band Strawbs. It's written in C++ using the Qt framework.
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Strawberry Features
1. LightweightStrawberry consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Lossless AudioStrawberry has lossless audio support, basically studio quality sound.
3. Privacy focusedStrawberry is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
4. Works OfflineStrawberry can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. Goal Setting Strawberry can set individual or group goals to meet over a particular period.
Music Library
Lightweight
Music collection
Customizable
Automatic Lyrics Finder
Auto fetch album covers
Playlists management
Gapless Playback
Lossless Audio
Integrated Last.fm scrobbler
Top 3 alternatives
PotPlayer
Free • Proprietary
Media Player
Audio Player
Windows
115 alternatives to PotPlayer
Potplayer is a minimalist media player that has an extensive range of configurable options to choose from and lots of functionality.
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PotPlayer Features
1. LightweightPotPlayer consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Ad-freePotPlayer doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Dark ModePotPlayer supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
4. Support for 4KPotPlayer supports watching, rendering or exporting 4K content (also know as UHD or Ultra HD).
5. PortablePotPlayer can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Customizable
Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
Graphical User Interface
Support for subtitles
Skinnable
Playback speed control
Integrated Codecs
Minimalistic
Lightweight
Ad-free
Bundleware
Several antivirus detect a potentially unwanted application (adware) PUA.FusionCore in the file F.dll dropped by the installer of PotPlayer in the Temp folder. Once that file is blocked by the antivirus, the program is installed with no problems and ads.
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MusicBee
Free Personal • Proprietary
Audio Player
Media Player
Internet Radio Service
Windows
113 alternatives to MusicBee
MusicBee makes it easy to manage, find, and play music files on your computer. MusicBee also supports podcasts, web radio stations and SoundCloud integration.
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MusicBee Features
1. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsMusicBee can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
2. Ad-freeMusicBee doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. PortableMusicBee can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Library Organization
Customizable
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Skins
Ad-free
Automatic Lyrics Finder
Artwork
Playlists management
Auto fetch album covers
Modular extensions
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Clementine
Free • Open Source
Audio Player
Internet Radio Service
Podcast Player
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
233 alternatives to Clementine
Clementine is a cross-platform free and open source music player and library organizer. It is a port of Amarok 1.4 to the Qt 4 framework and the GStreamer multimedia framework, focusing on a fast and easy-to-use interface for searching and...
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Clementine Features
1. LightweightClementine consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Lossless AudioClementine has lossless audio support, basically studio quality sound.
Smart playlists
Dynamic/Intelligent Playlists
Lightweight
Integrated Last.fm scrobbler
Playlists management
Ratings
Podcast Subscription
Audio Visualization
Music Library
Lossless Audio
Discontinued
No stable release since 2016. Newer release candidate seems to be available on Github.
Top 3 alternatives
Deezer
Paid • Proprietary
Music Streaming Service
Music Discovery Service
Audio Player
Mac
Windows
Online
Android
iPhone
Java Mobile
Blackberry
Android Tablet
Windows Phone
iPad
Kindle Fire
179 alternatives to Deezer
Deezer is a global music-streaming platform made for multiple of devices. With many contracts with big record labels, deezer allows users to listen to over 90 million songs.
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Deezer Features
1. Personalized RecommendationsDeezer can recommend content you like, whether it's something you already know or not.
2. Dark ModeDeezer supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
3. Works OfflineDeezer can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
4. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with Deezer.
5. LightweightDeezer consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
6. Collaborative PlaylistsMake any playlist collaborative to let your friends add, remove, and reorder videos and tracks.
7. IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within Deezer using IFTTT.
8. AirPlay SupportDeezer can stream or share content to your Mac, Apple TV, or compatible smart TV.
9. Lossless AudioDeezer has lossless audio support, basically studio quality sound.
Music Library
Unlimited music
Hi-Fi Sound
Personalized Recommendations
Lyrics
Dark Mode
Streaming
Student discount
Media Streaming
Works Offline
Top 3 alternatives
SMPlayer
Free • Open Source
Media Player
Audio Player
Windows
Linux
BSD
mpv
PortableApps.com
Haiku
MPlayer
Mac
109 alternatives to SMPlayer
SMPlayer intends to be a complete front-end for MPlayer, from basic features like playing videos, DVDs, and VCDs to more advanced features like support for MPlayer filters and more. SMPlayer remembers the settings of all files you play.
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SMPlayer Features
1. LightweightSMPlayer consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Ad-freeSMPlayer doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Works OfflineSMPlayer can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
4. PortableSMPlayer can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with SMPlayer.
Lightweight
Customizable
Support for subtitles
Ad-free
Multiplatform
Skin customization
Youtube support
Integrated Codecs
Multiple languages
Built-in subtitle search
Top 3 alternatives
iTunes
Free • Proprietary
Audio Player
Internet Radio Service
Media Player
Mac
Windows
iPhone
iPad
254 alternatives to iTunes
iTunes is the best way to organize and enjoy the music, movies, and TV shows you already have — and shop for the ones you want to get.
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iTunes Features
1. Music StoreYou can buy music and keep ownership in perpetuity at iTunes.
2. Works OfflineiTunes can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Music Library
iPhone/iPod sync
Playlists management
Mixpanel
Music Store
REST API
Works Offline
Media library
Selecting songs
ALAC support
Discontinued
In macOS Catalina or newer, they don't support it anymore. It can still be downloaded for Windows.
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VLC Media Player Features

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Spotify Features

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NewPipe Features

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MPV Features

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foobar2000 Features

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MPC-HC Features

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AIMP Features

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Jellyfin Features

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Strawberry Features

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PotPlayer Features

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MusicBee Features

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Clementine Features

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Deezer Features

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SMPlayer Features

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iTunes Features

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