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5KPlayer vs Beamer: catalog facts
5KPlayer	Beamer
Free Free to download and use.	Paid Paid software with a free download to try it first.
Windows, macOS	macOS
AirPlay and DLNA streaming built in Plays high-resolution and 360 degree video	Plays MKV, AVI and other formats Apple TV cannot open natively Works with both Apple TV and Chromecast
Website heavily promotes the developer's other paid products Closed source	macOS only Paid licence required beyond the trial
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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