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PotPlayer

Feature-packed free Windows media player from Kakao with extensive tuning options.

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About PotPlayer

PotPlayer is a Windows media player originally from Daum, now part of Kakao. It is known for packing an enormous number of options into one app: hardware-accelerated decoding through DXVA, CUDA and QuickSync, built-in codecs with support for adding your own through OpenCodec, 3D playback in several formats, detailed subtitle support including ASS animations and Blu-ray subtitles, bookmarks, scene previews, audio device selection and video filters. Out of the box it plays almost anything smoothly with little CPU use, and enthusiasts can tweak nearly every aspect of decoding and rendering. It is free to download. The downsides are a cluttered settings tree, an English translation that is sometimes awkward, and the fact that it is closed source. It runs on Windows only, including ARM64 builds. It suits Windows users who want a free player they can fine-tune.

Best for: Windows users who want a free player with deep control over decoding, subtitles and output.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Fast hardware-accelerated playback
  • Huge range of settings and built-in tools
  • Strong subtitle and 3D support

Why people leave

  • Settings are cluttered and overwhelming
  • Windows only and closed source
  • Translations can be awkward

Top PotPlayer alternatives

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  1. 1MPC-HC logo
    MPC-HC

    Much simpler and lighter, with an open-source codebase.

    66.5
  2. 2mpv.net logo
    mpv.net

    Open-source mpv-based player with excellent image quality.

    62.6
  3. 3KMPlayer logo
    KMPlayer

    Similar feature-rich Korean player, also available on mobile.

    59.6
  4. 4VLC media player logo
    VLC media player

    Open source and cross-platform, with fewer tweaks but simpler menus.

    57.2
  5. 5GOM Player logo
    GOM Player

    Another free Windows player with codec finder and 360° video.

    55.3

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PotPlayer: common questions

Is PotPlayer free?

Yes, PotPlayer is free to use.

Is PotPlayer open source?

No, PotPlayer is not open source. Open-source alternatives include MPC-HC, mpv.net and VLC media player.

What platforms does PotPlayer run on?

PotPlayer is available for Windows.

What are the best alternatives to PotPlayer?

The highest-ranked PotPlayer alternatives right now are MPC-HC, mpv.net and KMPlayer. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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