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Users looking for a powerful Media Player solution

About VLC Media Player

VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols. VideoLAN is open-source software. This means that if you have the skill and the desire to improve one of our products, your contributions are welcome.

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Ratings/Reviews - 2 User Reviews

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5
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Mac
Linux
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iPad
Android
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VLC Media Player Verified User Reviews

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  • A VLC Media Player User
    Freelancer
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 26 - 99
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Simple and Powerful Media Player"

    Posted 2025-04-17

    Pros: Nearly all video and audio file types are supported by this free program that displays no ads while running even on basic PCs. It’s completely free and open-source.

    Cons: The current interface style of the user interface looks outdated in comparison to the contemporary designs found in other modern players.

    Overall: The use of VLC for more than 12 months has become a habitual activity for me. It never gave me any problem. I utilize the program for entertainment purposes which includes watching movies and listening to music and streaming videos. It’s fast and reliable. Regular users along with students should select this program as their free and basic solution.

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  • Peter O.
    A Disabled Guy
    Used the software for: 2+ Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1 - 25
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    Ease
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    Pricing
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "It Ticks ALL my Boxes"

    Posted 2023-02-10

    Pros: For myself I found it a dream to work with. Pure straightforwardness no unnecessary big words straight to the point great and so easy to get the hang of and easy to remember I couldn't ask for more, I thank you so very very much for making my life easier my only regret was I didn't find you sooner look everyone do yourself a favour and download it. It's so good, I am surprised you do not have to pay for it. 10/10

    Cons: I could NOT find any cons. Try it and I guarantee you will keep it. It is so good.
    How did I get by without it.

    Overall: I was expecting a run of the mill usual crap, but a lot of thought has gone into the development of this fine software it does exactly what it says it does and it does it very well indeed I use the free version and I feel guilty like I should be paying for it. I'm sure the paid version has to be better again but I can't see how? The free version seems to do everything. 10/10 again. Brilliant product.

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