Players & apps
Video players and apps for the Mac
Honest comparisons of the video players, media centres and add-on apps people use on a Mac.
Free Infuse alternatives for Mac in 2026
Looking for a free Infuse alternative for Mac? Compare the top local media libraries, open-source servers, and player apps without subscriptions.
IINA vs VLC on a Mac: which should you use in 2026?
Choosing between IINA and VLC for your Mac? Compare Apple Silicon performance, HDR tone mapping, battery efficiency, and codec support.
Plex vs Jellyfin vs Infuse: which media setup do you need on a Mac?
Plex, Jellyfin, or Infuse? Understand the difference between media servers, client players, and local video playback on Apple Silicon Macs.
Stremio on Mac: how it works, safety, and native alternatives
Learn how Stremio works on macOS, how its open add-on protocol delivers media, whether it is safe and legal, and how to stream in a native Mac player.
The best video players for Mac in 2026
Compare the best video players for Mac in 2026. From MacLC and IINA to VLC and Infuse, find the right player for HDR, MKV files, and battery life.
The best VLC alternatives for Mac in 2026
Looking for a modern VLC alternative for Mac? Compare the top video players for Apple Silicon, from lightweight open-source apps to media libraries.
VLC for Mac in 2026: what works, what doesn't, and the alternatives
VLC media player for Mac plays almost any video format on Apple Silicon. Learn what works, where it falls short in 2026, and how to choose an alternative.
What are Stremio add-ons? How the open protocol works
How the Stremio add-on protocol works. Learn about manifest.json, stream endpoints, official vs community add-ons, and how to install them safely.