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MPC-HC vs mpv.net: catalog facts
MPC-HC	mpv.net
Free Free and open source; no paid version exists.	Free Free and open source.
Windows	Windows
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	Almost full compatibility with mpv features and configuration Graphical interface with customisable colour themes
Windows only The maintainer states he does not accept new feature requests	Windows only Advanced setup still relies on mpv-style configuration
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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