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

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