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GOM Player vs mpv
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.
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GOM Player combines broad format support with subtitles and network playback. Its free plan is available, while the paid permanent license is listed for one PC at $22 a month.
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mpv offers broad media support, video controls and extension options in a command-line-focused player. Its limited GUI and release support policy are important considerations.
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| GOM Player | mpv | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | GOM Player+ Permanent License: $22, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | GOM Player | Not published |
| Website | gomlab.com | mpv.io |
| On media player software | #6 of 76 | #2 of 76 |
GOM Player: what it does well
- Supports many listed audio and video formats
- Includes subtitle support
- Offers network playback
- Has a free plan
- Available for Windows and macOS
What to know first
- No mobile app is listed
- Paid license is billed at 22.00 USD monthly
- Paid license covers one PC
mpv: what it does well
- Supports network playback and subtitles
- Includes 4K playback and hardware decoding
- Video features include HDR and interpolation
- Scripting and C API support
What to know first
- No full graphical interface
- Older releases are unsupported and unmaintained
- Not designed for untrusted environments
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