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ff2mpv
github.com/woodruffw/ff2mpvAlso covers browser extension
ff2mpv adds a browser action for opening the current page URL or a selected link in the mpv media player.
Alternatives
The Best uView Alternatives in 2026
5 alternatives0 free · 1 open source
Looking for something like uView? Here are 5 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are open source.
uView keeps supported online videos and local media visible in a small always-on-top window while you use other apps.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionff2mpvff2mpv adds a browser action for opening the current page…Open source optionSyncWatchWatch videos in sync with friends using SyncWatch, a…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ff2mpv | — | Not stated | Browser extension, Linux, macOS |
| 2 | SyncWatch | — | Yes | Browser extension |
| 3 | Metastream | — | Not stated | — |
| 4 | Firefox Note | — | Not stated | — |
| 5 | Mopidy | — | Not stated | Linux, Web |
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Also covers browser extension · open source
Watch videos in sync with friends using SyncWatch, a browser extension that lists support for Firefox, Chrome, and Opera.
3
Metastream
github.com/samuelmaddock/metastreamAlso covers browser extension and media
Metastream synchronizes streaming media across Chromium and Firefox, with sessions, chat, a shared queue, and host-managed playback permissions.
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Firefox Note
github.com/Andrews54757/FastStream?tab=readme-…Also covers browser extension and media
FastStream replaces website video players with a custom browser player focused on buffering and accessibility features.
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Mopidy
mopidy.comAlso covers media · 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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What is the best alternative to uView?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to uView are ff2mpv, SyncWatch, and Metastream.
Are there open-source alternatives to uView?
Yes: SyncWatch.
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