MX Player AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Video Streaming Apps

The best Video Streaming alternative to MX Player is VLC Media Player, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to MX Player and nine of them are Video Streaming Apps so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Video Streaming App alternatives to MX Player are MPC-HC, SmoothVideo Project, PlayerXtreme and Elmedia Player.

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MX Player alternatives are mainly Media Players, but if you're looking for Video Streaming Apps or Audio Players you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android + Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to MX Player.
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MX Player alternatives page was last updated Dec 6, 2024
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  1. VLC Media Player icon

    VLC Media Player

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    Enjoy seamless media experiences with this cross-platform, ad-free player supporting multimedia files, DVDs, streaming, Chromecast, 4K, and no tracking. Customize with themes, play offline, and get privacy-focused service without registration. Fully extensible by plugins.

    280 VLC Media Player alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • 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
    • Android TV
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
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    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Support for Themes
    3.  Optimal performance

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Video Converter
    3.  Video playback
    4.  Built-in Media converter
    5.  Support for subtitles
    6.  Integrated Codecs
    7.  Audio Recording
    8.  Cross-Platform
    9.  Internet Radio
    10.  Compatibility Layer
    11.  Media Streaming
    12.  Replay Gain

    VLC Media Player VS MX Player

     
    Comments about VLC Media Player as an Alternative to MX Player
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    ab1
    Positive Jun 15, 2021
    0

    Worse performance but no ads.

    InsaneFromEarth
    Positive Jul 12, 2016
    5

    Open source alternative on Android

    franciscomendez
    Positive Oct 12, 2016
    8

    Can read all usual formats. That's most important.

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    • Almost everyone thinks VLC Media Player is a great MX Player alternative.

    • VLC Media Player is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to MX Player.

    • VLC Media Player is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to MX Player.

    • VLC Media Player is Free and Open SourceMX Player is Freemium and Proprietary
    • VLC Media Player is CustomizableMX Player is not according to our users
  2. MPC-HC icon

    MPC-HC

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    A lightweight open-source media player for Windows, giving support for all video/audio formats. It boasts no ads, dark themes, codec support, and seamless YouTube playback. Developed by longtime contributors, it's mature software with community improvements and crash fixes.

    132 MPC-HC alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • PL flagPoland
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    MPC-HC screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Support for Themes
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Stream audio
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Support for 4K
    7.  Portable
    8.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    9.  Webcam recording

    MPC-HC VS MX Player

     
    Comments about MPC-HC as an Alternative to MX Player
    Guest
    Positive Oct 2, 2020
    0

    Allows to search subtitles plus tons of other features, highly configurable and above all open sourced project.

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    • MPC-HC is Free and Open SourceMX Player is Freemium and Proprietary
    • MPC-HC is Lightweight and Privacy focusedMX Player is not according to our users
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    SmoothVideo Project

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    SVP allows you to watch any video on your PC file with frame interpolation (like you can watch it on high-end TVs and projectors). It increases frame rate by generating intermediate animation frames between existing ones to produce very smooth, fluid and clear motion.

    84 SmoothVideo Project alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Advanced Settings

    SmoothVideo Project Features

    1.  Frame interpolation
    2.  Frame Doubling Interpolation
    3.  Browser extension

    SmoothVideo Project VS MX Player

     

    • SmoothVideo Project is the most popular commercial alternative to MX Player.

    • SmoothVideo Project is Paid and ProprietaryMX Player is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. PlayerXtreme icon

    PlayerXtreme

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    PlayerXtreme Media Player is the most popular cross-platform audio, video, movie and online streaming Player for your device. With this Free Media Player you can watch movies, music, videos, and others with mesmerizing audio video results, on the go from anywhere even if they’re...

    222 PlayerXtreme alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
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    PlayerXtreme Features

    1.  AirPlay Support
    2.  Watch Videos Together
    3.  Hardware Accelerated
    4.  Chromecast Support
    5.  Crossfading
    6.  Stream video to Apple TV
    7.  Support for MOV files
    8.  Support for subtitles

    PlayerXtreme VS MX Player

     
  6. Elmedia Player icon

    Elmedia Player

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    Elmedia is a free media player for Mac that supports various video and audio formats, including FLV, SWF, MP4, AVI, MOV, MP4, DAT, MP3, etc. The app features exclusive Open Online Video feature which lets you watch YouTube, Vimeo and Dailymotion videos online without ads.

    158 Elmedia Player alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Apple TV
    Elmedia Player screenshot 1

    Elmedia Player Features

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  Support for 4K
    3.  Multiplayer
    4.  AirPlay Support
    5.  Chromecast Support
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Playlists
    9.  Support for DLNA

    Elmedia Player VS MX Player

     
  7. OmniPlayer icon

    OmniPlayer

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    OmniPlayer is a comprehensive media player for almost any video and audio format on macOS. It has powerful features with modern and clean design.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    OmniPlayer VS MX Player

     
  9. PLAYit Video Player icon

    PLAYit Video Player

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    PLAYit is an all-in-one video and audio player for iPhone, providing a variety of functions to meet your needs.

    49 PLAYit Video Player alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows
    PLAYit Video Player screenshot 1
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    PLAYit Video Player screenshot 3

    PLAYit Video Player Features

    1.  Picture in Picture
    2.  Support for 4K
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Convert video to audio (mp3)
    6.  Support for subtitles

    PLAYit Video Player VS MX Player

     
  10. Cisdem Video Player icon

    Cisdem Video Player

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    Cisdem Video Player is a free video and audio player that can play media files in any format on Mac and Windows. It fully supports 1080p, 4K, 5K, and 8K resolution, ensuring stunningly sharp visuals. With full playback options, you can enjoy an exceptional viewing experience.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • HK flagHong Kong SAR China

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Cisdem Video Player screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Support for 4K
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Lossless Audio
    7.  Playback speed control
    8.  Sync Audio & Video
    9.  Double subtitle support
    10.  Audio playback
    11.  Media Streaming

    Cisdem Video Player VS MX Player

     
  11. Wuffy Media Player icon

    Wuffy Media Player

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    Play and enjoy your favorite live streams and local media on your mobile device. It will turn your smartphone into a fully functional player for your audio and video content in minutes.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • UA flagUkraine

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Wuffy Media Player screenshot 1

    Wuffy Media Player VS MX Player

     
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