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mpv vs DJV

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

mpv

8.0
Media & Design

Media player based on MPlayer and mplayer2

DJV

8.0
Media & Design

Review software for VFX, animation, and film production

Metric mpv DJV
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 521 21
90-day Installs 1.8K 54
365-day Installs 7.5K 190
Version 0.40.0 3.4.2
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 34.4K 997
GitHub Forks 3.2K 68
Open Issues 1.1K 194
License NOASSERTION BSD-3-Clause
Language C C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen Jan 22, 2014 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

mpv

mpv is a powerful, open-source media player offering extensive customization and scripting capabilities. It supports a wide range of formats and is ideal for users seeking flexibility and control over their media experience.

mpv plays various media formats with deep customization options.

Pros

  • + Command-line interface for power users
  • + Highly customizable with scripting support
  • + Cross-platform with extensive feature set

Cons

  • - Steep learning curve for new users
  • - No auto-update feature

DJV

DJV is a professional-grade review tool for VFX, animation, and film production, offering frame-accurate review, A/B comparisons, and high-speed playback for precise media evaluation.

DJV provides a platform for reviewing media in film and animation with high precision and speed.

Pros

  • + Open source with a BSD-3-Clause license
  • + Supports multiple media formats and professional-grade features
  • + Integrates well with post-production workflows

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Some open issues may impact functionality