SMPlayer
MPlayer/mpv front-end with remembered settings, subtitles, and YouTube stream helpers.
Why it is included
GPL-2.0+ GUI layer many users prefer over raw mpv shortcuts.
Best for
Desktop playback with minimal fiddling per file.
If you use Windows, Mac, or paid tools
Playback alternative to VLC’s UI, Windows Movies & TV, and bare mpv for remembered settings and subtitles.
Strengths
- Settings memory
- Subtitle search integration
- Codecs via backend
Limitations
- Feature set tied to underlying engine
Good alternatives
VLC · mpv
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