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Celluloid vs Syncplay
Both stand on media 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 LinuxWindows
Celluloid combines mpv playback and configuration with playlist editing, script support, and desktop integration. It is free, with Linux packages, Flatpak and Snap releases, and source builds listed.
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Syncplay is a free way to align playback for viewers with matching files. Its lack of encryption and requirement for personal media copies are important constraints, while self-hosting adds password and TLS options.
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| Celluloid | Syncplay | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Windows | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | celluloid-player.github.io | syncplay.pl |
| On media player software | #31 of 76 | #27 of 76 |
Celluloid: what it does well
- Free software under GNU GPL version 3 or later
- Supports network playback, subtitles, and hardware acceleration
- Playlist entries can be rearranged with drag and drop
- Supports most mpv user scripts
What to know first
- Some mpv scripts can conflict with keybindings
- Distributed without warranty
Syncplay: what it does well
- Synchronizes pausing, resuming, and seeking
- Supports Windows, Linux, *BSD, and macOS
- Works with several listed media players
- Shared playlists can load next files
- Free under Apache 2.0
What to know first
- Does not stream or share video
- Every viewer needs their own media copy
- Chat and playlists use plaintext
- No encryption by default
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