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Listen 1 vs VLC media player

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Listen 1

7.0
Media & Design

Search and play songs from a variety of online sources

VLC media player

8.0
Media & Design

Multimedia player

Metric Listen 1 VLC media player
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 13 10.0K
90-day Installs 32 28.2K
365-day Installs 188 111.5K
Version 2.33.0 3.0.23
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 11.2K 5
GitHub Forks 1.5K 2
Open Issues 946 1
License MIT GPL-2.0
Language JavaScript C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 10mo ago
First Seen Feb 13, 2018 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Listen 1

Listen 1 aggregates music from various online sources, offering a versatile platform for users seeking diverse music options. It supports cross-platform use, making it a convenient choice for accessing free music across different devices.

Searches and plays songs from multiple online music sources.

Pros

  • + Accesses multiple music sources in one app
  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Free to use

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - High number of open issues
  • - Compatibility problems with some services

VLC media player

VLC media player is a versatile and widely-used multimedia player known for its ability to play nearly any media format. It offers extensive customization options, cross-platform support, and is completely free and open-source, making it a top choice for both casual users and tech-savvy individuals who need a reliable media solution.

VLC media player is a multimedia player that supports a wide range of audio and video formats, streaming protocols, and devices.

Pros

  • + Plays almost any media format
  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Highly customizable with extensive features

Cons

  • - Somewhat dated user interface
  • - Occasional compatibility issues with newer formats or devices