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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
uosc adds a proximity-based on-screen interface to the mpv media player.
Alternatives
The Best ModernZ Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives0 free · 23 open source
Looking for something like ModernZ? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 23 are open source.
ModernZ adds features to an mpv on-screen controller and is a fork of ModernX that retains mpv’s controller standards.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionImproved UIuosc adds a proximity-based on-screen interface to the mpv…Another optionGLSL CFL PredictionThis GLSL shader predicts chroma from luma using a linear…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Improved UI | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | GLSL CFL Prediction | — | Yes | — |
| 3 | MPV WebM | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 4 | H5player | — | Yes | — |
| 5 | tethys | — | Not stated | Linux, Windows |
| 6 | ansible-hms-docker | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | Ombi | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | Dispatcharr | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | Plex Kodi Connect | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | Screenbox | — | Yes | Windows |
All ModernZ alternatives
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
This GLSL shader predicts chroma from luma using a linear regression method and combines it with a standard resampling filter.
3
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
mpv-webm adds a simple WebM creation script to mpv without external dependencies.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
H5player enhances audio and video playback on websites, with listed features including playback speed controls, screen capture, and downloads.
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tethys
github.com/Zren/mpv-osc-tethysAlso covers media · same kind of open-source project
Tethys replaces mpv’s built-in on-screen controller with a themed interface that includes thumbnail previews and a picture-in-picture button.
6
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
This Ansible playbook automates a home media server stack running in Docker, with options including GPU acceleration and SSL.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Ombi lets users request movies or TV shows for Plex, Emby, or Jellyfin.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Dispatcharr describes itself as a companion for managing IPTV and streams.
9
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
PlexKodiConnect synchronizes media from a Plex server into Kodi’s native database for browsing through Kodi.
10
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Screenbox provides media playback through LibVLC on Windows and Xbox consoles.
11
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Flower’s MPV Config provides mpv settings for movies, TV, and anime, with scripts that include a manga reader and playback tools.
12
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Reiverr combines an interface for Jellyfin and TMDB with Radarr and Sonarr, and describes itself as a replacement for Overseerr.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Jellyfin Desktop is a desktop client built with Qt WebEngine and libmpv, with downloads listed for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Snapcast synchronizes audio playback across rooms, according to its project description.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Museeks provides a cross-platform music player with a simple interface, according to its project description.
16
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Black Candy runs a self-hosted music streaming server for listening to a personal music collection.
17
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Use Aonsoku as a desktop client for Navidrome and Subsonic servers, built with React and Electron.
18
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Seerr manages media requests and discovery for Jellyfin, Plex, and Emby.
19
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Serve files from a directory over UPnP DLNA with DMS, a media server that includes basic video transcoding.
20
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
MPC-BE is a Windows player for audio and video files, derived from Media Player Classic code.
21
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
ncmpc++ provides an MPD client through a feature-rich ncurses interface.
22
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Extensions for PotPlayer to watch Twitch streams without streamlinks or any crap.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Play multiple videos side by side with gridplayer, a desktop video player project.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
tuliprox processes and proxies IPTV playlists, with support for M3U, Xtream Codes, HDHomeRun, Plex, Emby, and Jellyfin.
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What is the best alternative to ModernZ?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to ModernZ are Improved UI, GLSL CFL Prediction, and MPV WebM.
Are there open-source alternatives to ModernZ?
Yes: Improved UI, GLSL CFL Prediction, MPV WebM, and H5player.
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