Best Video Player Software in 2026 — page 2

VLC media player

VLC covers a wide range of playback sources and formats across desktop and mobile systems. Its listed free plan has no spyware, ads or tracking, with no other limits stated.

MPC-BE

MPC-BE offers Windows playback with network, subtitle, and hardware-acceleration support at no listed cost. Check its Windows-only platform and hardware requirements before choosing it.

MPC-HC

Pick MPC-HC if you want a free Windows player with broad listed format support, configurable controls, and subtitle options.

SMPlayer

SMPlayer combines broad playback support with controls for subtitles, speed, and audio or video adjustments.

Video Hub App

Choose Video Hub App if you want a desktop catalog with detailed search, previews, and organization tools across Windows, macOS, or Linux.

mpv-android

mpv-android offers extensive video, subtitle, playback, and rendering options at no cost for Android.

mpv.net

mpv.net offers a broad set of playback and configuration options in a free Windows player. Check its runtime requirements and yt-dlp setup if internet streaming is needed.

Next Player

Choose Next Player if you want a free Android or Android TV player with broad format support, subtitle options, and network playback.

NOVA Video Player

NOVA is built for playing locally stored and network-accessible video on Android devices, with media-library and playback-resume options.

Kodi

Kodi offers broad listed codec and subtitle coverage across five operating systems at no listed cost. Its hardware acceleration and playback speed controls add practical playback options.

Totem

Totem covers common movie, disc, network, and streaming sources with subtitle and screenshot tools.

Lumen Player

Lumen Player combines broad file playback with local subtitle generation, upscaling, voice isolation, and network integrations.

Parole

Video.js

Zoom Player

Zoom Player offers broad playback, library, streaming, and control capabilities on Windows.

Movist Pro

Movist Pro brings network playback, 4K support, hardware acceleration, and broad format compatibility to macOS. Check the stated $17.99 pricing and one-time license description before buying.

MPC-Qt

MPC-Qt combines an MPC-HC-like interface with libmpv playback and detailed playlist tools.