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SMPlayer vs VLC
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| Fact | SMPlayer | VLC |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | C |
| Licence | GPL-2.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Stars | 1.1k | 20k |
| Latest | v26.8.29 | 3.0.24 |
| Last push | 2026-10-14 | 2026-10-18 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | too few releases |
| Active contributors | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 40+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
SMPlayer replaces VLC. Alternatives to VLC →
PartialA Qt front end for mpv and MPlayer with a conventional player window.
SMPlayer
unsigned The latest release, v26.8.29, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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VLC
unsigned The latest release, 3.0.24, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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