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iPlay vs SPlayer

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

iPlay

7.0
Media & Design

Multimedia player

SPlayer

8.0
Media & Design

Media player

Metric iPlay SPlayer
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 29 11
90-day Installs 29 27
365-day Installs 29 101
Version 1.2.14 4.9.4
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1.2K 820
GitHub Forks 38 173
Open Issues 21 7
License GPL-3.0 GPL-3.0
Language C Vue
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 2y ago
First Seen Apr 26, 2026 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

iPlay

iPlay is a modern, cross-platform multimedia player that offers a sleek interface and versatile media management. It's ideal for users seeking a robust alternative to traditional media players.

iPlay is a multimedia player that supports a wide range of media formats and streaming services.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Modern user interface
  • + Auto-updates
  • + Open-source under GPL-3.0

Cons

  • - Potential confusion with BBC's iPlayer
  • - Some reported bugs, especially on Windows

SPlayer

SPlayer is a modern macOS media player that supports a wide range of audio and video formats. It offers a sleek interface with features like playlist management, equalizer settings, and subtitle support, making it ideal for users seeking a versatile and visually appealing media experience.

SPlayer is a media player that supports various audio and video formats with a modern interface.

Pros

  • + Modern and visually appealing interface
  • + Supports a wide range of media formats
  • + Active development with regular updates

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-update functionality
  • - Limited community interaction