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BS.PlayerMPC-HC
Freemium

Free version available, with a paid PRO edition.

 Free

Free and open source; no paid version exists.

Windows Windows
  • Automatic subtitle download
  • Wide format support including DVD and streams
  • Simple, familiar interface that the maintainer describes as the reason the player is loved
  • DirectShow architecture allows third party filters and renderers to extend playback
  • Windows only
  • Some features reserved for the paid PRO edition
  • Windows only
  • The maintainer states he does not accept new feature requests
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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