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The macOS operating system offers several native applications for playing media files, but for various reasons they may not necessarily suit all users. If you too are looking for an alternative for playing movies or music on your Mac, you can be inspired by our article today.

VLC Media Player

The VLC Media Player application is a long-term fixture in the field of media players not only for Mac. It can handle all formats of video files from a variety of sources, offers both simple and very advanced tools for controlling playback, and has the function of synchronizing subtitles or perhaps offering audio and video filters. You can also change the appearance of the player using skins.

Download VLC Media Player for free here.

Vox

If you're looking for an app to play music on your Mac, you might want to check out Vox. This audio player offers support for common and less common audio formats including FLAC, CUE and here more. It offers iTunes and Apple Music integration, has an integrated internet radio player and also enables collaboration with SoundCloud and YouTube. Of course, there is a sophisticated equalizer, advanced control and very rich customization options.

You can download the VOX app for free here.

IINA

IINA is a modern media player for macOS that offers support for all functions of the apple operating system. There are features such as picture-in-picture, gesture support, support for online subtitles, or perhaps the ability to play both local files and online streams or video lists from the YouTube platform. The IINA application is completely free.

You can download the IINA application for free here.

5K players

You can also use an application called 5K Player to play media files on your Mac. This useful tool offers support for the vast majority of common audio and video formats, basic tools for editing videos or even support for the AirPlay function. It also boasts support for resolutions up to 8K, collaboration with YouTube including video downloads, and a whole host of other features.

Download 5K Player for free here.

plex

The Plex application is one of the less well-known, but it does not detract from its performance and qualities. It offers support for virtually all formats, is multi-platform, and boasts a very good-looking and clear user interface. Plex allows you to create an organized library of all your local files, and offers many other useful features.

Download the Plex app here.

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