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foobar2000 vs HQPlayer: catalog facts
foobar2000	HQPlayer
Free Freeware. The author describes it as an advanced freeware audio player; there is no paid…	Paid Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the…
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Linux
Gapless playback and full ReplayGain support Easily customisable interface layout on Windows and macOS	Offers advanced PCM and DSD processing Supports compatible local and network audio outputs
Closed source, so the code cannot be audited or forked No official Linux build	Demanding processing settings can require substantial computing power.
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 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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