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mpv.net vs Totem
Both stand on video 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 Windows
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.
Visit mpv.net Free plan Linux
Totem covers common movie, disc, network, and streaming sources with subtitle and screenshot tools. Its Linux and GNOME focus, plugin-dependent formats, and unsupported Audio CDs define the main boundaries.
Visit TotemThe facts
| mpv.net | Totem | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Not published |
| Plans published | 1 | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | apps.gnome.org |
| On video player software | #32 of 42 | #36 of 42 |
mpv.net: what it does well
- Plays video and audio and displays images
- Built-in decoders avoid external codec installation
- Supports subtitles and network playback
- Offers scripting and an extension API
- Free to use
What to know first
- Windows 10 or higher is required
- Requires .NET Desktop Runtime 10.0
- Internet streaming requires yt-dlp
- Window-free mode is unsupported
Totem: what it does well
- Free Linux desktop player
- Plays DVDs and VCDs
- UPnP/DLNA network shares supported
- Adjustable playback speed and aspect ratio
- Screenshot galleries available
What to know first
- Audio CDs are unsupported
- Format support depends on GStreamer plugins
- Desktop-only distribution
- Flathub labels it Medium Risk
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