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Haruna

Open-source video player from KDE built on libmpv, with a playlist sidebar and custom shortcuts.

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About Haruna

Haruna is a video player developed under the KDE umbrella that uses libmpv for playback. It fits naturally on the Plasma desktop and adds conveniences on top of mpv: an automatic playlist built from the other files in the same folder, thumbnail previews when hovering the seek bar, configurable keyboard shortcuts and mouse button actions, chapter skipping by keyword, and the ability to run custom mpv commands. It plays online videos through yt-dlp, including YouTube playlists, and supports theming with KDE colour schemes. It is free and open source, available in most Linux distributions' software stores and as a Flatpak on Flathub. It is a good pick for KDE users who want something more featured than Celluloid while keeping mpv's quality.

Best for: KDE Plasma users who want an mpv-based player with handy playlist and shortcut features.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Auto playlist from the current folder
  • Seek-bar previews and configurable shortcuts
  • Plays online videos via yt-dlp

Why people leave

  • Primarily a Linux and KDE app
  • Fewer settings exposed than SMPlayer
  • Pulls in KDE libraries on other desktops

Top Haruna alternatives

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  1. 1Celluloid logo
    Celluloid

    Simpler mpv front end that suits GNOME desktops.

    66.5
  2. 2VLC media player logo
    VLC media player

    Cross-platform with more conversion and streaming tools.

    62.6
  3. 3SMPlayer logo
    SMPlayer

    Qt player with per-file settings and subtitle search.

    59.6
  4. 4mpv logo
    mpv

    Use mpv directly for full scripting control.

    57.2

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Haruna: common questions

Is Haruna free?

Yes. Haruna is free, open-source software.

Is Haruna open source?

Yes.

What platforms does Haruna run on?

Haruna is available for Linux.

What are the best alternatives to Haruna?

The highest-ranked Haruna alternatives right now are Celluloid, VLC media player and SMPlayer. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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