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AIMP vs Audacious
Both stand on audio player software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidLinuxWindows
AIMP covers several desktop and mobile platforms and supports a broad range of formats. Its listed limitations are the lack of subtitle support and 4K playback.
Visit AIMP Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Choose Audacious if you want a free desktop audio player with network playback and support for a broad range of formats. Its listed platform choices are Linux, BSD derivatives, macOS, and Windows.
Visit AudaciousThe facts
| AIMP | Audacious | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Linux, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | AIMP | Not published |
| Website | aimp.ru | audacious-media-player.org |
| On audio player software | #1 of 18 | #2 of 18 |
AIMP: what it does well
- Free to use.
- Available on Windows, Linux, and Android.
- Supports network playback.
- Supports formats including FLAC, OPUS, MIDI, and MPEG-DASH.
What to know first
- Subtitle support is unavailable.
- 4K playback is unavailable.
Audacious: what it does well
- Free pricing and license models.
- Available for Linux, BSD derivatives, macOS, and Windows.
- Supports network playback.
- Handles common formats including MP3, FLAC, AAC, and WAV.
- Also supports Audio CD, MIDI, tracker, and game-audio formats.
What to know first
- Its listed platforms are Linux, BSD derivatives, macOS, and Windows.
- No mobile platform is included in the listed platforms.
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