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Also covers media and python · open source
Streamlink pipes streams from supported services into a media player through its command-line utility and Python library.
Alternatives
The Best StreamLink Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 18 open source
Looking for something like StreamLink? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 18 are open source.
About StreamLinkstreamlink.github.io
VisitExtract streams from services and send them to a video player of choice with Streamlink, a command-line utility.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionstreamlinkStreamlink pipes streams from supported services into a…Free or freemium optionmpv.netmpv.net is a Windows graphical front end for the mpv media…Another optionMopidyMopidy serves music from local files, radio, and supported…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | streamlink | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 2 | Mopidy | — | Not stated | Linux, Web |
| 3 | Tautulli | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Web |
| 4 | Dispatcharr | — | Yes | — |
| 5 | gridplayer | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | MPV SponsorBlock | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | mpv | — | Not stated | Web |
| 8 | Syncplay | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | quodlibet | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 10 | MoonPlayer | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
All StreamLink alternatives
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Mopidy
mopidy.comAlso covers media and python · same kind of website
Mopidy serves music from local files, radio, and supported services, with control through MPD or web clients.
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Tautulli
tautulli.comAlso covers media and python · same kind of website
Tautulli monitors Plex Media Server activity and tracks statistics, with analytics and notifications described on its site.
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Also covers media and python · open source
Dispatcharr describes itself as a companion for managing IPTV and streams.
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Also covers media and python · open source
Play multiple videos side by side with gridplayer, a desktop video player project.
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Also covers media and python · open source
This mpv script ports SponsorBlock to the player and skips sponsored segments in YouTube videos.
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mpv
mpv.ioAlso covers api and media · same kind of website
Play media from the command line with mpv, a free, open-source player supporting many formats, codecs, and subtitle types.
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Also covers media and python · open source
Syncplay synchronizes playback position and play state across media players such as mpv, VLC, MPC-HC, and MPC-BE over the internet.
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Also covers python · open source
Quod Libet is a music player and library manager for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
10
Also covers media and python · open source
MoonPlayer plays online videos from YouTube and Bilibili, can download them, and also opens local videos.
11
Also covers media and python · open source
mpv-autosub automatically downloads subtitles when opening a video if suitable subtitles are not already present.
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Also covers media and python · open source
PlexKodiConnect synchronizes media from a Plex server into Kodi’s native database for browsing through Kodi.
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Also covers media and python · open source
PlexMod for Kodi is a community modification of the Plex client add-on, with features beyond those in other official Plex clients.
14
Also covers media and python · open source
Synko implements a minimal Syncplay client as a Kodi service for synchronized movie playback.
15
Also covers media and python · open source
Exaile combines cross-platform music playback with music library management capabilities.
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Also covers python · open source
ytdl-sub automates media downloads and metadata generation with yt-dlp.
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Also covers python · open source
Kyoo runs as a self-hosted server for movies, series, and anime, with automatic scanning and metadata matching.
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Also covers python · open source
LedFx generates real-time audio effects for supported network-connected LED devices.
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AudioRelay
audiorelay.netAlso covers media · same kind of website
AudioRelay streams PC audio to a phone and can send a phone’s microphone audio to a PC.
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Open source · free
mpv.net is a Windows graphical front end for the mpv media player. It keeps mpv configuration, scripting and command-line options available behind a desktop interface.
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Mpv
github.com/mpv-player/mpvAlso covers media
Play media from the command line with mpv, which supports a wide range of formats, codecs, and subtitles.
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Also covers media · open source
ImPlay offers cross-platform desktop media playback built on mpv and ImGui, with scripting and command-line options.
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Also covers api and media · open source
Extensions for PotPlayer to watch Twitch streams without streamlinks or any crap.
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polsy.org.uk
polsy.org.ukAlso covers media · same kind of website
Polsy.org.uk collects Let’s Play archiving information and links to alternative players for several video streaming sites.
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What is the best alternative to StreamLink?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to StreamLink are streamlink, Mopidy, and Tautulli.
Is there a free alternative to StreamLink?
Yes. mpv.net is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to StreamLink?
Yes: streamlink, Dispatcharr, gridplayer, and MPV SponsorBlock.
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