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

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