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GOM Player alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave GOM Player: free version shows ads, and installer may offer extra software. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces GOM Player, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. KMPlayer currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1VLC media player logoVLC media playerOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +23 of 359.6
2SMPlayer logoSMPlayerOpen sourceYesWindows, Linux, macOS4 of 457.2
35k5KPlayerFreeNoWindows, macOS4 of 455.3
  1. VLC media player logo

    1. VLC media playerTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants one free player that opens almost any file on every device

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from GOM Player

    Open source and ad-free, with subtitle download via extensions.

    Pros

    • Plays nearly every format without extra codecs
    • Free and open source, no ads or tracking
    • Available on desktop and mobile platforms

    Cons

    • Interface looks dated and settings are hard to navigate
    • Library and metadata features are basic
    • HDR and high-end video output lag behind mpv-based players
    Visit VLC media player Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is VLC media player a good GOM Player alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    GPL-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tagline
    Plays everything, runs anywhere
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. SMPlayer logo

    2. SMPlayer

    Best for: People who want an easy, free player that resumes each file with its own settings

    Open sourceWindows, Linux, macOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from GOM Player

    Free player with built-in subtitle search and no ads.

    Pros

    • Remembers position and settings per file
    • Built-in codecs play almost anything
    • Free, open source and ad-free

    Cons

    • Interface is functional rather than modern
    • macOS support is less polished than on Windows and Linux
    • Some features depend on which engine you pick
    Visit SMPlayer Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is SMPlayer a good GOM Player alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Linux, macOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smplayer.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Resume
    Remembers settings per file
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smplayer.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Chromecast
    Supported
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smplayer.info(opens source in a new tab)
  3. 5k

    3. 5KPlayer

    Best for: People who want free playback plus AirPlay mirroring and DLNA in one app

    FreeWindows, macOS

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from GOM Player

    Free player with AirPlay and DLNA streaming built in.

    Pros

    • Free AirPlay sending and receiving
    • Works as a DLNA server and renderer
    • Built-in online video downloader

    Cons

    • Promotes the developer's paid tools
    • Closed source
    • Interface feels dated
    Visit 5KPlayer Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is 5KPlayer a good GOM Player alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free
    Checked Oct 25, 20265kplayer.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows and macOS
    Checked Oct 25, 20265kplayer.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Streaming
    AirPlay and DLNA
    Checked Oct 25, 20265kplayer.com(opens source in a new tab)
    DVD playback
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 20265kplayer.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best GOM Player alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

KMPlayer logo

Best GOM Player alternative for most people

KMPlayer

Similar free player with mobile apps and 3D/VR support.

PotPlayer logo

Best GOM Player alternative for a free option

PotPlayer

Ad-free Windows player with deeper subtitle and rendering options.

VLC media player logo

Best GOM Player alternative for open source

VLC media player

Open source and ad-free, with subtitle download via extensions.

SMPlayer logo

Best GOM Player alternative for Mac

SMPlayer

Free player with built-in subtitle search and no ads.

5k

Best GOM Player alternative for Windows

5KPlayer

Free player with AirPlay and DLNA streaming built in.

VLC media player logo

Best GOM Player alternative for Linux

VLC media player

Open source and ad-free, with subtitle download via extensions.

KMPlayer logo

Best GOM Player alternative for iPhone and Android

KMPlayer

Similar free player with mobile apps and 3D/VR support.

GOM Player alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to GOM Player?

KMPlayer ranks first right now. Similar free player with mobile apps and 3D/VR support. PotPlayer and VLC media player follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to GOM Player?

Yes. KMPlayer (free), PotPlayer (free), VLC media player (open source) and SMPlayer (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to GOM Player?

Yes: VLC media player and SMPlayer.

Which GOM Player alternatives work on Linux?

VLC media player and SMPlayer run on Linux.

Why do people switch from GOM Player?

The complaints we hear most: free version shows ads; installer may offer extra software; closed source.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces GOM Player, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.