Side by side
Infuse vs RealPlayer
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 iPhoneMac
Infuse combines broad format support with network, cloud, and media-server playback across Apple platforms. It is free to download, with Pro features available through subscription or lifetime purchase.
Visit Infuse Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
Pick RealPlayer if you want playback and download support across desktop and mobile platforms, with broad format coverage. The Free plan is limited to 720p downloads; other listed plans specify higher download or storage allowances.
Visit RealPlayerThe facts
| Infuse | RealPlayer | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Infuse Pro Annual: $16.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | RealPlayer |
| Website | firecore.com | realnetworks.com |
| On media player software | #14 of 76 | #10 of 76 |
Infuse: what it does well
- Supports a broad range of video and audio formats
- Connects to network devices, cloud services, and media servers
- Fetches library metadata and artwork
- Free to download
What to know first
- Available platforms are Apple products
- AirPlay and Google Cast are Pro features
- Pro pricing is required for listed additional features
RealPlayer: what it does well
- Available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
- Supports network playback and subtitles.
- Handles a wide range of video and audio formats.
- Free plan includes downloads up to 720p.
- Premium plan lists 25GB of cloud storage and 3 computers.
What to know first
- Free plan downloads are limited to 720p.
- The license model is subscription based.
Alternatives to Infuse Alternatives to RealPlayer The whole list