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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Synko implements a minimal Syncplay client as a Kodi service for synchronized movie playback.
Alternatives
The Best Syncplay Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 22 open source
Looking for something like Syncplay? 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 22 are open source.
Syncplay synchronizes playback position and play state across media players such as mpv, VLC, MPC-HC, and MPC-BE over the internet.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionSynkoSynko implements a minimal Syncplay client as a Kodi…Free or freemium optionSyncplaySyncplay synchronizes video playback across media players…Another optionPlex Kodi ConnectPlexKodiConnect synchronizes media from a Plex server into…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Synko | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Plex Kodi Connect | — | Yes | — |
| 3 | gridplayer | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | MoonPlayer | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 5 | Exaile | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | streamlink | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 7 | MPV SponsorBlock | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | quodlibet | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 9 | Dispatcharr | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | plex-for-kodi | — | Yes | — |
All Syncplay alternatives
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
PlexKodiConnect synchronizes media from a Plex server into Kodi’s native database for browsing through Kodi.
3
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Play multiple videos side by side with gridplayer, a desktop video player project.
4
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
MoonPlayer plays online videos from YouTube and Bilibili, can download them, and also opens local videos.
5
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Exaile combines cross-platform music playback with music library management capabilities.
6
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Streamlink pipes streams from supported services into a media player through its command-line utility and Python library.
7
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
This mpv script ports SponsorBlock to the player and skips sponsored segments in YouTube videos.
8
Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
Quod Libet is a music player and library manager for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
9
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Dispatcharr describes itself as a companion for managing IPTV and streams.
10
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
PlexMod for Kodi is a community modification of the Plex client add-on, with features beyond those in other official Plex clients.
11
Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
mpv-autosub automatically downloads subtitles when opening a video if suitable subtitles are not already present.
12
Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
ytdl-sub automates media downloads and metadata generation with yt-dlp.
13
Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
Kyoo runs as a self-hosted server for movies, series, and anime, with automatic scanning and metadata matching.
14
Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
LedFx generates real-time audio effects for supported network-connected LED devices.
15
Also covers media · free
Syncplay synchronizes video playback across media players so groups with the same videos can watch together over the internet.
16
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Snapcast synchronizes audio playback across rooms, according to its project description.
17
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Astra plays music with gapless playback, parametric EQ, AutoEQ import, and real-time DSP visualizers.
18
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Rise Media Player brings together playback for videos, music, discs, and streaming services in a WinUI application.
19
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
MPC-QT reimplements much of the Media Player Classic interface with Qt and uses libmpv for video playback.
20
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Strawberry provides music playback through its player project, with source code and releases on GitHub.
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StreamLink
streamlink.github.ioAlso covers media and python
Extract streams from services and send them to a video player of choice with Streamlink, a command-line utility.
22
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Kawaii-Player combines multimedia playback, media library management, and a portable media server with PC-to-PC casting.
23
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Screenbox provides media playback through LibVLC on Windows and Xbox consoles.
24
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
ImPlay offers cross-platform desktop media playback built on mpv and ImGui, with scripting and command-line options.
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What is the best alternative to Syncplay?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Syncplay are Synko, Plex Kodi Connect, and gridplayer.
Is there a free alternative to Syncplay?
Yes. Syncplay is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Syncplay?
Yes: Synko, Plex Kodi Connect, gridplayer, and MoonPlayer.
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